Washington Jr High School

201 N Washington St
Naperville, IL 60540
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 558 students in grades 5-8, Washington Jr High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Washington Jr High School's student population of 558 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
558 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington Jr High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Jr High School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#300 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
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(20-21)
43%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington Jr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
58%
30%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington Jr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
76%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
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1%
Asian
7%
6%
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Hispanic
8%
27%
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Black
5%
17%
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White
71%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Illinois.
0.48
This chart displays the diversity score of Washington Jr High School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington Jr High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington Jr High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Jr High School's ranking?
Washington Jr High School is ranked #300 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Jr High School often compared to?
Washington Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Jr High School, Kennedy Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Jr High School?
558 students attend Washington Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Washington Jr High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Jr High School?
Washington Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Jr High School offer ?
Washington Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Washington Jr High School part of?
Washington Jr High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Jr High School located?
Washington Jr High School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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