Serving 1,024 students in grades 7-8, Minooka Jr High School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minooka Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minooka, IL, encompassing approximately 70 square miles. The zone typically includes areas within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and extending up to 8.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minooka Jr High School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,024 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Minooka 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 Minooka Jr High School is 0.56, 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
#1799 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minooka Jr High School's ranking?
Minooka Jr High School is ranked #1799 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Minooka Jr High School often compared to?
Minooka Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mokena Jr High School, Yorkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Minooka Jr High School?
1,024 students attend Minooka Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Minooka Jr High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minooka Jr High School?
Minooka Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minooka Jr High School offer ?
Minooka Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Minooka Jr High School part of?
Minooka Jr High School is part of Minooka CCSD 201 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 28, 2027 (Sunday)
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