Serving 566 students in grades 7-8, Summit Hill Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Hill Junior High School serves the entire district in Frankfort, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Hill Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Hill Junior High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit Hill Junior High 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 Summit Hill Junior High School is 0.47, 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
#520 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Hill Junior High School's ranking?
Summit Hill Junior High School is ranked #520 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Summit Hill Junior High School?
566 students attend Summit Hill Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Summit Hill Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Hill Junior High School?
Summit Hill Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summit Hill Junior High School offer ?
Summit Hill Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Summit Hill Junior High School part of?
Summit Hill Junior High School is part of Summit Hill SD 161 School District.
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