Serving 295 students in grades 6-8, Floyd Henson Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Floyd Henson Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Flora, IL, covering approximately 174.2 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Henson Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Floyd Henson Jr High School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Floyd Henson Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Henson Jr High School is 0.15, 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
#629 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
FLOR A
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Henson Jr High School's ranking?
Floyd Henson Jr High School is ranked #629 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Floyd Henson Jr High School often compared to?
Floyd Henson Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flora High School, Flora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Floyd Henson Jr High School?
295 students attend Floyd Henson Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Floyd Henson Jr High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floyd Henson Jr High School?
Floyd Henson Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Floyd Henson Jr High School offer ?
Floyd Henson Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Floyd Henson Jr High School part of?
Floyd Henson Jr High School is part of Flora CUSD 35 School District.
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