Serving 129 students in grades 4-8, Tri-point Jr High/elementary ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tri-Point Jr High/Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Piper City, IL, covering an area of approximately 216.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 11.7 miles and the furthest edge located 21.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tri-point Jr High/elementary's student population of 129 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tri-point Jr High/elementary 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 Tri-point Jr High/elementary is 0.32, 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
#1727 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-point Jr High/elementary's ranking?
Tri-point Jr High/elementary is ranked #1727 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tri-point Jr High/elementary?
129 students attend Tri-point Jr High/elementary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tri-point Jr High/elementary students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-point Jr High/elementary?
Tri-point Jr High/elementary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tri-point Jr High/elementary offer ?
Tri-point Jr High/elementary offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Tri-point Jr High/elementary part of?
Tri-point Jr High/elementary is part of Tri Point CUSD 6-J School District.
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