Serving 235 students in grades 6-8, Parkview 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkview Jr High School's student population of 235 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkview 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 Parkview Jr High School is 0.21, 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
#2568 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview Jr High School's ranking?
Parkview Jr High School is ranked #2568 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Parkview Jr High School?
235 students attend Parkview Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Parkview Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkview Jr High School?
Parkview Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkview Jr High School offer ?
Parkview Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parkview Jr High School part of?
Parkview Jr High School is part of Lawrence County Cud 20 School District.
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