Serving 614 students in grades 5-8, Northlawn 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 39% 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: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northlawn Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Streator, IL, covering an area of approximately 36.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northlawn Jr High School's student population of 614 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northlawn 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 Northlawn 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
#2837 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Northlawn Jr High School's ranking?
Northlawn Jr High School is ranked #2837 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northlawn Jr High School?
614 students attend Northlawn Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northlawn Jr High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northlawn Jr High School?
Northlawn Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northlawn Jr High School offer ?
Northlawn Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Northlawn Jr High School part of?
Northlawn Jr High School is part of Streator ESD 44 School District.
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