Serving 1,053 students in grades 7-8, Minooka 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,053 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minooka Jr High School's student population of 1,053 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire learners to be responsible, confident and successful.
School Rankings
Minooka 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 Minooka Jr High School is 0.51, 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
#1799 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Minooka Jr High School's ranking?
Minooka Jr High School is ranked #1799 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Minooka Jr High School often compared to?
Minooka Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorkville Middle School, Mokena Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Minooka Jr High School?
1,053 students attend Minooka Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Minooka Jr High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minooka Jr High School?
Minooka Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minooka Jr High School offer ?
Minooka Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Minooka Jr High School part of?
Minooka Jr High School is part of Minooka CCSD 201 School District.
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