Serving 210 students in grades 7-8, David L Rahn 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 was 16% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
David L Rahn Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1457 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 David L Rahn Jr High School's ranking?
David L Rahn Jr High School is ranked #1457 out of 3,426 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend David L Rahn Jr High School?
210 students attend David L Rahn Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of David L Rahn Jr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David L Rahn Jr High School?
David L Rahn Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does David L Rahn Jr High School offer ?
David L Rahn Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is David L Rahn Jr High School part of?
David L Rahn Jr High School is part of Oregon CUSD 220 School District.
School Calendar
View the David L Rahn Jr High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No attendance - All buildings/offices closed (District Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No attendance - All offices/buildings closed (District Events)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - 1:30 Dismissal (District Events)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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