Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Paxton-buckley-loda 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 Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School is 0.31, 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
#1216 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School's ranking?
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School is ranked #1216 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?
36% 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 Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School?
279 students attend Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School?
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School offer ?
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School part of?
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School is part of Paxton-Buckley-Loda Cud 10 School District.
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