Serving 941 students in grades 9, J Sterling Morton Freshman Center 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 28%
- Attendance Zone: J Sterling Morton Freshman Center serves the northeast part of Cicero, IL, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Sterling Morton Freshman Center's student population of 941 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
941 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of J Sterling Morton Freshman Center is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)28%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(15-16)≤20%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J Sterling Morton Freshman Center?
The graduation rate of J Sterling Morton Freshman Center is 20%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 85%.
How many students attend J Sterling Morton Freshman Center?
941 students attend J Sterling Morton Freshman Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of J Sterling Morton Freshman Center students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Sterling Morton Freshman Center?
J Sterling Morton Freshman Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Sterling Morton Freshman Center offer ?
J Sterling Morton Freshman Center offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is J Sterling Morton Freshman Center part of?
J Sterling Morton Freshman Center is part of J S Morton HSD 201 School District.
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