Serving 89 students in grades 5-8, Millbrook Junior High 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Millbrook Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newark, IL, encompassing approximately 47.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millbrook Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Millbrook Junior High School's student population of 89 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
89 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Millbrook Junior 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 Millbrook Junior High School is 0.36, 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
#1070 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Viking colors unspecified
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millbrook Junior High School's ranking?
Millbrook Junior High School is ranked #1070 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Millbrook Junior High School?
89 students attend Millbrook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Millbrook Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Millbrook Junior High School?
Millbrook Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Millbrook Junior High School offer ?
Millbrook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Millbrook Junior High School part of?
Millbrook Junior High School is part of Newark CCSD 66 School District.
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