Serving 37 students in grades 7-8, Patoka 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patoka Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Patoka Jr High School's student population of 37 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patoka Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patoka Jr High School is 0.00, 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
#2958 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
100%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patoka Jr High School's ranking?
Patoka Jr High School is ranked #2958 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Patoka Jr High School often compared to?
Patoka Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patoka Sr High School, Patoka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Patoka Jr High School?
37 students attend Patoka Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Patoka Jr High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patoka Jr High School?
Patoka Jr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patoka Jr High School offer ?
Patoka Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Patoka Jr High School part of?
Patoka Jr High School is part of Patoka CUSD 100 School District.
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