Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, Chillicothe 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 31% (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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chillicothe Jr High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe Jr High School is 0.22, 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
#720 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe Jr High School's ranking?
Chillicothe Jr High School is ranked #720 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Chillicothe Jr High School?
243 students attend Chillicothe Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chillicothe Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chillicothe Jr High School?
Chillicothe Jr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Jr High School offer ?
Chillicothe Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chillicothe Jr High School part of?
Chillicothe Jr High School is part of Il Valley Central USD 321 School District.
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