Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Johns Hill Magnet School 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johns Hill Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Johns Hill Magnet School's student population of 627 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Johns Hill Magnet School 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 Johns Hill Magnet School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3013 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
40%
16%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Decatur SD 61 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johns Hill Magnet School's ranking?
Johns Hill Magnet School is ranked #3013 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Johns Hill Magnet School often compared to?
Johns Hill Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michael E Baum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Johns Hill Magnet School?
627 students attend Johns Hill Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Johns Hill Magnet School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johns Hill Magnet School?
Johns Hill Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johns Hill Magnet School offer ?
Johns Hill Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Johns Hill Magnet School part of?
Johns Hill Magnet School is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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