Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Western Jr High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Jr High School's student population of 146 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Jr High School 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 Western Jr High School is 0.12, which is less 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
#1402 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Western CUSD 12 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Jr High School's ranking?
Western Jr High School is ranked #1402 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Western Jr High School?
146 students attend Western Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Western Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Jr High School?
Western Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Jr High School offer ?
Western Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Western Jr High School part of?
Western Jr High School is part of Western CUSD 12 School District.
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