Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Jacksonville Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonathan Turner Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Jacksonville, IL, encompassing approximately 221.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacksonville Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace Opportunities . . . Unlock Potential . . . Inspire Excellence!
School Rankings
Jacksonville Middle 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 Jacksonville Middle School is 0.43, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
School Mascot
Crimson
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Middle School's ranking?
Jacksonville Middle School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jacksonville Middle School often compared to?
Jacksonville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meredosia-chambersburg Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Middle School?
680 students attend Jacksonville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Jacksonville Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville Middle School?
Jacksonville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Middle School offer ?
Jacksonville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jacksonville Middle School part of?
Jacksonville Middle School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.
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