Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, Cary 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cary Jr High School's student population of 681 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cary 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 Cary Jr High School is 0.50, 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
#1018 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cary Jr High School's ranking?
Cary Jr High School is ranked #1018 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cary Jr High School often compared to?
Cary Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard F Bernotas Middle School, Hannah Beardsley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cary Jr High School?
681 students attend Cary Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cary Jr High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cary Jr High School?
Cary Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cary Jr High School offer ?
Cary Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cary Jr High School part of?
Cary Jr High School is part of Cary CCSD 26 School District.
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