Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Jr High School ranks in the bottom 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lansing, IL, covering approximately 5.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Jr High School's student population of 854 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Motto
Putting the Children First with a Commitment to Continuous Improvement!
School Rankings
Memorial Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Jr High School is 0.57, 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
#2889 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
59%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Jr High School's ranking?
Memorial Jr High School is ranked #2889 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Memorial Jr High School?
854 students attend Memorial Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Memorial Jr High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Jr High School?
Memorial Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Memorial Jr High School offer ?
Memorial Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memorial Jr High School part of?
Memorial Jr High School is part of Lansing SD 158 School District.
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