Serving 176 students in grades 7-8, Jasper Co 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jasper Co Jr High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newton, IL, encompassing approximately 454.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jasper Co Jr High School's student population of 176 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jasper Co Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jasper Co Jr High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 is Jasper Co Jr High School's ranking?
Jasper Co Jr High School is ranked #1462 out of 3,542 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jasper Co Jr High School?
176 students attend Jasper Co Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jasper Co Jr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jasper Co Jr High School?
Jasper Co Jr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jasper Co Jr High School offer ?
Jasper Co Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jasper Co Jr High School part of?
Jasper Co Jr High School is part of Jasper County Cud 1 School District.
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