Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, Farmington Central 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farmington Central Jr High School's student population of 249 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farmington Central Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington Central Jr High School is 0.10, 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
#1302 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington Central Jr High School's ranking?
Farmington Central Jr High School is ranked #1302 out of 3,426 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Farmington Central Jr High School?
249 students attend Farmington Central Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Farmington Central Jr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmington Central Jr High School?
Farmington Central Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farmington Central Jr High School offer ?
Farmington Central Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Farmington Central Jr High School part of?
Farmington Central Jr High School is part of Farmington Central CUSD 265 School District.
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