Serving 345 students in grades 5-8, Momence 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Momence Jr High School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Momence 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 Momence Jr High School is 0.65, 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
#2310 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
16%
17%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Momence Jr High School's ranking?
Momence Jr High School is ranked #2310 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Momence Jr High School often compared to?
Momence Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Je-neir Elementary School, St. George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Momence Jr High School?
345 students attend Momence Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Momence Jr High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Momence Jr High School?
Momence Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Momence Jr High School offer ?
Momence Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Momence Jr High School part of?
Momence Jr High School is part of Momence Community Unit School District 1.
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