Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, Mokena Jr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mokena Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mokena Jr High School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Mokena Meteors!
School Mascot
Mud Turtle
School Rankings
Mokena Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mokena Jr High School is 0.30, 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
#577 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mud Turtle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mokena Jr High School's ranking?
Mokena Jr High School is ranked #577 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mokena Jr High School often compared to?
Mokena Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minooka Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mokena Jr High School?
499 students attend Mokena Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mokena Jr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mokena Jr High School?
Mokena Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mokena Jr High School offer ?
Mokena Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mokena Jr High School part of?
Mokena Jr High School is part of Mokena SD 159 School District.
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