Serving 55 students in grades 7-8, St. Elmo 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St Elmo Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Elmo, IL, covering an area of approximately 95.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Elmo Jr High School's student population of 55 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring Toward Excellence!
School Rankings
St. Elmo 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 St. Elmo Jr High School is 0.00, 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
#2821 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-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 St. Elmo Jr High School's ranking?
St. Elmo Jr High School is ranked #2821 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Elmo Jr High School often compared to?
St. Elmo Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownstown Jr High School, Vandalia Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend St. Elmo Jr High School?
55 students attend St. Elmo Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of St. Elmo Jr High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Elmo Jr High School?
St. Elmo Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Elmo Jr High School offer ?
St. Elmo Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is St. Elmo Jr High School part of?
St. Elmo Jr High School is part of St Elmo CUSD 202 School District.
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