Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Helen Keller Junior 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Keller Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helen Keller Junior High School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Keller Junior 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 Helen Keller Junior High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Keller Junior High School's ranking?
Helen Keller Junior High School is ranked #441 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Helen Keller Junior High School often compared to?
Helen Keller Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Mead Junior High School, Macarthur Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Helen Keller Junior High School?
617 students attend Helen Keller Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Helen Keller Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Keller Junior High School?
Helen Keller Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Helen Keller Junior High School offer ?
Helen Keller Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helen Keller Junior High School part of?
Helen Keller Junior High School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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