Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, Bluffs Junior High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluffs Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bluffs Junior High School's student population of 37 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bluffs Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffs Junior High School is 0.00, which is less 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
#1347 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
White
100%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffs Junior High School's ranking?
Bluffs Junior High School is ranked #1347 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bluffs Junior High School?
37 students attend Bluffs Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bluffs Junior High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluffs Junior High School?
Bluffs Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluffs Junior High School offer ?
Bluffs Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bluffs Junior High School part of?
Bluffs Junior High School is part of Scott-Morgan CUSD 2 School District.
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