Serving 837 students in grades 6-8, Thompson 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson Jr High School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Thompson Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Jr High School is 0.66, 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
#2201 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
44%
28%
Black
12%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Jr High School's ranking?
Thompson Jr High School is ranked #2201 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Thompson Jr High School often compared to?
Thompson Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Rotolo Middle School, C F Simmons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Jr High School?
837 students attend Thompson Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thompson Jr High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Jr High School?
Thompson Jr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thompson Jr High School offer ?
Thompson Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thompson Jr High School part of?
Thompson Jr High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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