Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Fremont Jr High/middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fremont Jr High/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fremont Jr High/middle School's student population of 709 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Fremont Jr High/middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fremont Jr High/middle School is 0.52, 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
#659 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
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 Fremont Jr High/middle School's ranking?
Fremont Jr High/middle School is ranked #659 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fremont Jr High/middle School often compared to?
Fremont Jr High/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Middle School, Twin Groves Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fremont Jr High/middle School?
709 students attend Fremont Jr High/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Fremont Jr High/middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fremont Jr High/middle School?
Fremont Jr High/middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fremont Jr High/middle School offer ?
Fremont Jr High/middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fremont Jr High/middle School part of?
Fremont Jr High/middle School is part of Fremont SD 79 School District.
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