Serving 453 students in grades 6-8, Holmes 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Holmes Jr High School's student population of 453 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Holmes Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Jr High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1647 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
43%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Jr High School's ranking?
Holmes Jr High School is ranked #1647 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Holmes Jr High School often compared to?
Holmes Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendship Jr High School, Grove Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Holmes Jr High School?
453 students attend Holmes Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Holmes Jr High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Jr High School?
Holmes Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holmes Jr High School offer ?
Holmes Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holmes Jr High School part of?
Holmes Jr High School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance for Grades 1-8
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of Student Attendance for Kindergarten
August 15, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Non-Attendance Days: Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day: Students and Staff (1 Hour Early Release)
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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