Serving 40 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Palmyra, IL, covering an area of approximately 139.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum of 10.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Jr High School's student population of 40 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern 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 Northwestern Jr High School is 0.15, 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
#2360 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
White
92%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Jr High School's ranking?
Northwestern Jr High School is ranked #2360 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Jr High School?
40 students attend Northwestern Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northwestern Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Jr High School?
Northwestern Jr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Jr High School offer ?
Northwestern Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwestern Jr High School part of?
Northwestern Jr High School is part of Northwestern CUSD 2 School District.
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