Serving 711 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Orchard Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Skokie, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Orchard Jr High School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Old Orchard 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 Old Orchard Jr High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1507 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
28%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Old Orchard Jr High School's ranking?
Old Orchard Jr High School is ranked #1507 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Old Orchard Jr High School?
711 students attend Old Orchard Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Old Orchard Jr High School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 7% 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 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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