Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Jay Stream Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jay Stream Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jay Stream Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jay Stream Middle 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 Jay Stream Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1108 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
33%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Jay Stream Middle School's ranking?
Jay Stream Middle School is ranked #1108 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jay Stream Middle School often compared to?
Jay Stream Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford Middle School, Roy De Shane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jay Stream Middle School?
532 students attend Jay Stream Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jay Stream Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jay Stream Middle School?
Jay Stream Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jay Stream Middle School offer ?
Jay Stream Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jay Stream Middle School part of?
Jay Stream Middle School is part of CCSD 93 School District.
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