Serving 1,135 students in grades 6-8, Traughber Jr High School ranks in the top 50% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Traughber Jr High School's student population of 1,135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Traughber 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 Traughber Jr High School is 0.60, 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
#1370 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traughber Jr High School's ranking?
Traughber Jr High School is ranked #1370 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Traughber Jr High School?
1,135 students attend Traughber Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Traughber Jr High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Traughber Jr High School?
Traughber Jr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Traughber Jr High School offer ?
Traughber Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Traughber Jr High School part of?
Traughber Jr High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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