Serving 724 students in grades 6-8, Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Jr High & Academy Program serves the southeastern part of Joliet, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm's student population of 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm 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 Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm is 0.43, 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
#2201 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm's ranking?
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm is ranked #2201 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm?
724 students attend Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm?
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm offer ?
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm part of?
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
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