Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Mulberry Grove Jr High School ranks in the top 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulberry Grove Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mulberry Grove, IL, covering approximately 111.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulberry Grove Jr High School's student population of 59 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
59 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mulberry Grove Jr 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 Mulberry Grove Jr High School is 0.27, 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
#1734 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)27.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mulberry Grove Jr High School's ranking?
Mulberry Grove Jr High School is ranked #1734 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mulberry Grove Jr High School?
59 students attend Mulberry Grove Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mulberry Grove Jr High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulberry Grove Jr High School?
Mulberry Grove Jr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mulberry Grove Jr High School offer ?
Mulberry Grove Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mulberry Grove Jr High School part of?
Mulberry Grove Jr High School is part of Mulberry Grove CUSD 1 School District.
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