Serving 624 students in grades 6-8, Plank 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plank Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Plank Junior High School's student population of 624 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plank 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 Plank Junior High School is 0.66, 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
#2067 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Plank Junior High School's ranking?
Plank Junior High School is ranked #2067 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Plank Junior High School often compared to?
Plank Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Rotolo Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Plank Junior High School?
624 students attend Plank Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Plank Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plank Junior High School?
Plank Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plank Junior High School offer ?
Plank Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plank Junior High School part of?
Plank Junior High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
In what neighborhood is Plank Junior High School located?
Plank Junior High School is located in the Churchill neighborhood of Oswego, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Churchill.
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