Serving 477 students in grades 6-8, J W Eater Jr High School 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J W Eater Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rantoul, IL, covering approximately 26.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J W Eater Jr High School's student population of 477 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
J W Eater Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J W Eater Jr High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3497 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Eater Jr High School's ranking?
J W Eater Jr High School is ranked #3497 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J W Eater Jr High School?
477 students attend J W Eater Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of J W Eater Jr High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Eater Jr High School?
J W Eater Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J W Eater Jr High School offer ?
J W Eater Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J W Eater Jr High School part of?
J W Eater Jr High School is part of Rantoul City SD 137 School District.
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