Durand High School is a public high school in Durand, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Durand Community Unit School District No. 322, which became a consolidated district in 1949 when the ...
Serving 58 students in grades 7-8, Durand Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Durand Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Durand, IL, encompassing approximately 74.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durand Jr High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durand Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durand Jr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durand Jr High School's ranking?
Durand Jr High School is ranked #1429 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Durand Jr High School?
58 students attend Durand Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Durand Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durand Jr High School?
Durand Jr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Durand Jr High School offer ?
Durand Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Durand Jr High School part of?
Durand Jr High School is part of Durand CUSD 322 School District.
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