Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Johnsburg Jr High School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnsburg Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 19.1 square miles around McHenry, IL. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnsburg Jr High School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnsburg 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 Johnsburg Jr High School is 0.33, 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
#1636 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Johnsburg Jr High School's ranking?
Johnsburg Jr High School is ranked #1636 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Johnsburg Jr High School often compared to?
Johnsburg Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mchenry Middle School, Nippersink Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Johnsburg Jr High School?
373 students attend Johnsburg Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Johnsburg Jr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsburg Jr High School?
Johnsburg Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnsburg Jr High School offer ?
Johnsburg Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Johnsburg Jr High School part of?
Johnsburg Jr High School is part of Johnsburg CUSD 12 School District.
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