Serving 102 students in grades 7-8, Leroy 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leroy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leroy Junior High School's student population of 102 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
A Small School With Big Opportunity
School Rankings
Leroy 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 Leroy Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
95%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leroy Junior High School's ranking?
Leroy Junior High School is ranked #1255 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Leroy Junior High School?
102 students attend Leroy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Leroy Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leroy Junior High School?
Leroy Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leroy Junior High School offer ?
Leroy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Leroy Junior High School part of?
Leroy Junior High School is part of Leroy CUSD 2 School District.
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