Serving 456 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hester Jr High School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hester Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hester Jr High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
69%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
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 #1340 out of 3,663 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Hester Jr High School?
456 students attend Hester Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hester Jr High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 2% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Tentative Last Day of School (Events)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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