Serving 560 students in grades 7-8, Kankakee Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kankakee Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kankakee Junior High School's student population of 560 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kankakee Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kankakee Junior High School is 0.63, 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
#3049 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
50%
17%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kankakee Junior High School's ranking?
Kankakee Junior High School is ranked #3049 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kankakee Junior High School?
560 students attend Kankakee Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kankakee Junior High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kankakee Junior High School?
Kankakee Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kankakee Junior High School offer ?
Kankakee Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kankakee Junior High School part of?
Kankakee Junior High School is part of Kankakee SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No School)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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