Serving 730 students in grades 6-8, Kingsley Jr High School ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingsley Jr High School's student population of 730 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Black, Orange
School Rankings
Kingsley 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 Kingsley Jr High School is 0.58, 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
#1798 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
16%
16%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 Kingsley Jr High School's ranking?
Kingsley Jr High School is ranked #1798 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kingsley Jr High School often compared to?
Kingsley Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiddix Jr High School, Bloomington Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Jr High School?
730 students attend Kingsley Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kingsley Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingsley Jr High School?
Kingsley Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kingsley Jr High School offer ?
Kingsley Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kingsley Jr High School part of?
Kingsley Jr High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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