Serving 340 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeview Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Downers Grove, IL, encompassing approximately 4.6 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeview Jr High School's student population of 340 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeview Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Jr High School is 0.48, 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
#532 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Jr High School's ranking?
Lakeview Jr High School is ranked #532 out of 3,542 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
340 students attend Lakeview Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeview Jr High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Jr High School?
Lakeview Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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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