Serving 121 students in grades 6-8, Sesser-valier Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sesser-Valier Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sesser, IL, spanning approximately 57 square miles. Typically, it takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sesser-valier Jr High School's student population of 121 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sesser-valier 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 Sesser-valier Jr High School is 0.13, 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
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sesser-valier Jr High School's ranking?
Sesser-valier Jr High School is ranked #1429 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?
25-29% 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 Sesser-valier Jr High School?
121 students attend Sesser-valier Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sesser-valier Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sesser-valier Jr High School?
Sesser-valier Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sesser-valier Jr High School offer ?
Sesser-valier Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sesser-valier Jr High School part of?
Sesser-valier Jr High School is part of Sesser-Valier CUSD 196 School District.
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