Serving 1,295 students in grades 6-8, Quincy 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quincy Jr High School's student population of 1,295 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieve | Believe | Create TOGETHER
School Rankings
Quincy 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 Quincy Jr High School is 0.43, 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
#2019 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
74%
45%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quincy Jr High School's ranking?
Quincy Jr High School is ranked #2019 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Quincy Jr High School?
1,295 students attend Quincy Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Quincy Jr High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quincy Jr High School?
Quincy Jr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Quincy Jr High School offer ?
Quincy Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Quincy Jr High School part of?
Quincy Jr High School is part of Quincy SD 172 School District.
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