Serving 228 students in grades 7-8, Sherrard Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherrard Jr High School's student population of 228 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherrard Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherrard Jr High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#846 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
89%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrard Jr High School's ranking?
Sherrard Jr High School is ranked #846 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Sherrard Jr High School?
228 students attend Sherrard Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sherrard Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherrard Jr High School?
Sherrard Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherrard Jr High School offer ?
Sherrard Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sherrard Jr High School part of?
Sherrard Jr High School is part of Sherrard CUSD 200 School District.
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