Serving 201 students in grades 6-8, Watseka Junior High School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watseka Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Watseka Junior High School's student population of 201 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watseka Junior 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 Watseka Junior High School is 0.36, 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
#1513 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watseka Junior High School's ranking?
Watseka Junior High School is ranked #1513 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Watseka Junior High School?
201 students attend Watseka Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Watseka Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watseka Junior High School?
Watseka Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Watseka Junior High School offer ?
Watseka Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watseka Junior High School part of?
Watseka Junior High School is part of Iroquois County CUSD 9 School District.
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