Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Lakeview Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeview Jr High School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeview Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Jr High School is 0.52, 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
#632 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lakeview Jr High School's ranking?
Lakeview Jr High School is ranked #632 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lakeview Jr High School often compared to?
Lakeview Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairieview Elementary School, Henry Puffer School, Herrick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Jr High School?
370 students attend Lakeview Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lakeview Jr High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeview Jr High School?
Lakeview Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeview Jr High School offer ?
Lakeview Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeview Jr High School part of?
Lakeview Jr High School is part of Center Cass SD 66 School District.
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