Serving 183 students in grades 6-8, Butler Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butler Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Butler Junior High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butler Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#70 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butler Junior High School's ranking?
Butler Junior High School is ranked #70 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Butler Junior High School?
183 students attend Butler Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Butler Junior High School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butler Junior High School?
Butler Junior High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butler Junior High School offer ?
Butler Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Butler Junior High School part of?
Butler Junior High School is part of Butler SD 53 School District.
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