Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Century Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Century Junior High School's student population of 628 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Century Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Century Junior High School is 0.53, 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
#759 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
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 Century Junior High School's ranking?
Century Junior High School is ranked #759 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Century Junior High School often compared to?
Century Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Park Middle School, Parker Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Century Junior High School?
628 students attend Century Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Century Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Century Junior High School?
Century Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Century Junior High School offer ?
Century Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Century Junior High School part of?
Century Junior High School is part of Orland SD 135 School District.
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