Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Hester Jr High School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hester Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Franklin Park, IL, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hester Jr High School's student population of 426 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hester 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 Hester Jr High School is 0.42, 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
#1558 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Hester Jr High School's ranking?
Hester Jr High School is ranked #1558 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hester Jr High School?
426 students attend Hester Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hester Jr High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hester Jr High School?
Hester Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hester Jr High School offer ?
Hester Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hester Jr High School part of?
Hester Jr High School is part of Franklin Park SD 84 School District.
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