Serving 1,050 students in grades 6-8, Bloomington 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bloomington Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bloomington Jr High School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,050 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bloomington 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 Bloomington Jr High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2882 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
38%
45%
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bloomington Jr High School's ranking?
Bloomington Jr High School is ranked #2882 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bloomington Jr High School often compared to?
Bloomington Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bloomington Jr High School?
1,050 students attend Bloomington Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bloomington Jr High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bloomington Jr High School?
Bloomington Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bloomington Jr High School offer ?
Bloomington Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bloomington Jr High School part of?
Bloomington Jr High School is part of Bloomington SD 87 School District.
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