Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard Ira Jones Middle School serves the west part of Plainfield, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with most residents located around 2.2 miles from the school, while the farthest edge of the zone extends to 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Ira Jones Middle School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
851 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Ira Jones Middle School is 0.64, 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
#688 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Ira Jones Middle School's ranking?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is ranked #688 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
851 students attend Richard Ira Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Richard Ira Jones Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richard Ira Jones Middle School offer ?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Ira Jones Middle School part of?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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