Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, Harvard Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvard Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Harvard, IL, encompassing approximately 106.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvard Jr High School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvard Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard Jr High School is 0.43, 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
#3310 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
71%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Jr High School's ranking?
Harvard Jr High School is ranked #3310 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harvard Jr High School?
593 students attend Harvard Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Harvard Jr High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Jr High School?
Harvard Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harvard Jr High School offer ?
Harvard Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harvard Jr High School part of?
Harvard Jr High School is part of Harvard CUSD 50 School District.
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