The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-8
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students (19-20)
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)50%
17%
White
(19-20)38%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)12%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
20%
3%
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
How many students attend Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8?
8 students attend Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 students are Black, 38% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 offer ?
Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 part of?
Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 6-8 is part of Norwood ESD 63 School District.
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