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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Frankfort, IL, covering approximately 11.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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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