Serving 218 students in grades 7-8, Central Jr 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Jr High School's student population of 218 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Jr 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 Central Jr High School is 0.15, 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
#2557 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Jr High School's ranking?
Central Jr High School is ranked #2557 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Jr High School?
218 students attend Central Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Jr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Jr High School?
Central Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Jr High School offer ?
Central Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Central Jr High School part of?
Central Jr High School is part of Frankfort CUSD 168 School District.
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