Serving 508 students in grades 7-8, Geo T Wilkins 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Geo T Wilkins Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Justice, IL, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School's student population of 508 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Geo T Wilkins 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 Geo T Wilkins Jr High School is 0.66, 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
#1078 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geo T Wilkins Jr High School's ranking?
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School is ranked #1078 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Geo T Wilkins Jr High School?
508 students attend Geo T Wilkins Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Geo T Wilkins Jr High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geo T Wilkins Jr High School?
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Geo T Wilkins Jr High School offer ?
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Geo T Wilkins Jr High School part of?
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School is part of Indian Springs SD 109 School District.
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