Serving 547 students in grades 6-8, Orland Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orland Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orland Jr High School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orland Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orland Jr High School is 0.47, which is less 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
#952 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
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 Orland Jr High School's ranking?
Orland Jr High School is ranked #952 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Orland Jr High School often compared to?
Orland Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerling Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Orland Jr High School?
547 students attend Orland Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Orland Jr High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orland Jr High School?
Orland Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orland Jr High School offer ?
Orland Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orland Jr High School part of?
Orland Jr High School is part of Orland SD 135 School District.
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