Serving 162 students in grades 6-8, Putnam County 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Putnam County Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mc Nabb, IL, covering approximately 142.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam County Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam County Jr High School's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Putnam County Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam County Jr High School is 0.28, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam County Jr High School's ranking?
Putnam County Jr High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Putnam County Jr High School?
162 students attend Putnam County Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Putnam County Jr High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam County Jr High School?
Putnam County Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Putnam County Jr High School offer ?
Putnam County Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Putnam County Jr High School part of?
Putnam County Jr High School is part of Putnam County CUSD 535 School District.
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