West Junior High School (Closed 2004)

10045 N 300th St
Wheeler, IL 62479
West Junior High School serves 107 students in grades 5-8. 

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
107 students

Showing 1995–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
9 teachers

Showing 1994–2003. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IL)
White
100%
45%

Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
n/a
0.00
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend West Junior High School?
107 students attend West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Junior High School students are White.
What grades does West Junior High School offer ?
West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Junior High School part of?
West Junior High School is part of Jasper County Community Unit School District 1.

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