Serving 566 students in grades 5-8, Washington Jr 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 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Jr 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
Washington Jr High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Jr High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Jr High School's ranking?
Washington Jr High School is ranked #442 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Jr High School often compared to?
Washington Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Jr High School, Kennedy Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Jr High School?
566 students attend Washington Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washington Jr High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Jr High School?
Washington Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Jr High School offer ?
Washington Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Washington Jr High School part of?
Washington Jr High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
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