Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Old Orchard Jr 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Orchard Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Old Orchard Jr High School's student population of 642 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Orchard Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Orchard Jr High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
5%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
12%
17%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Orchard Jr High School's ranking?
Old Orchard Jr High School is ranked #1295 out of 3,663 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Old Orchard Jr High School?
642 students attend Old Orchard Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Old Orchard Jr High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Orchard Jr High School?
Old Orchard Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Orchard Jr High School offer ?
Old Orchard Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Old Orchard Jr High School part of?
Old Orchard Jr High School is part of Skokie SD 68 School District.
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