The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-8
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Peoria, IL, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is around 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students (19-20)
5 students
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Hispanic
(19-20)20%
27%
Black
(19-20)60%
16%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
(19-20)20%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (18-19)
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
20%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8?
5 students attend Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 offer ?
Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 part of?
Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 is part of Norwood ESD 63 School District.
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