Serving 363 students in grades 7-8, Carterville Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carterville Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carterville Jr High School's student population of 363 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carterville Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carterville Jr High School is 0.29, 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
#741 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carterville Jr High School's ranking?
Carterville Jr High School is ranked #741 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carterville Jr High School often compared to?
Carterville Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herrin Middle School, Marion Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carterville Jr High School?
363 students attend Carterville Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carterville Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carterville Jr High School?
Carterville Jr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carterville Jr High School offer ?
Carterville Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carterville Jr High School part of?
Carterville Jr High School is part of Carterville CUSD 5 School District.
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