Serving 273 students in grades 7-8, Channahon Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Channahon Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Channahon Junior High School's student population of 273 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Channahon Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Channahon Junior High School is 0.31, 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
#361 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Channahon Junior High School's ranking?
Channahon Junior High School is ranked #361 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Channahon Junior High School?
273 students attend Channahon Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Channahon Junior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Channahon Junior High School?
Channahon Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Channahon Junior High School offer ?
Channahon Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Channahon Junior High School part of?
Channahon Junior High School is part of Channahon SD 17 School District.
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