Serving 837 students in grades 6-8, Richard Ira Jones Middle 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 30% (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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Ira Jones Middle School's student population of 837 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle 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 Richard Ira Jones Middle School is 0.57, 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
#729 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Ira Jones Middle School's ranking?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is ranked #729 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?
30% 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 Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
837 students attend Richard Ira Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Richard Ira Jones Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard Ira Jones Middle School offer ?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Ira Jones Middle School part of?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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