Serving 411 students in grades 6-8, Eisenhower Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eisenhower Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Eisenhower Jr High School's student population of 411 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eisenhower Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eisenhower Jr High School is 0.64, 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
#1163 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eisenhower Jr High School's ranking?
Eisenhower Jr High School is ranked #1163 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eisenhower Jr High School often compared to?
Eisenhower Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed-custer Middle School, Cass Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Jr High School?
411 students attend Eisenhower Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Eisenhower Jr High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eisenhower Jr High School?
Eisenhower Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Jr High School offer ?
Eisenhower Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eisenhower Jr High School part of?
Eisenhower Jr High School is part of Darien SD 61 School District.
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