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Centralia JR High School

Middle School · Centralia SD 135

900 S Pine St, Centralia, IL 62801

Enrollment

584

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,807 of 3,813

In Centralia

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Centralia SD 135

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Centralia JR High School

5.1/10

Middle School in Centralia · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Centralia JR High School

Centralia JR High School is a public middle school in Centralia, IL, part of Centralia SD 135. Centralia JR High School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Centralia JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,807 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Centralia JR High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,491
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Centralia JR High School — Students at Centralia JR High School score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
19%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How Centralia JR High School Compares

See how Centralia JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in IL
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

900 S Pine St, Centralia, IL 62801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centralia JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Odin Attendance Center 9-12 (rated 7.0/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Odin), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centralia High School (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr Centralia 0.5 mi
ST MARY SCHOOL Centralia 0.8 mi 4.2
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Centralia 1.0 mi
North Wamac Grade School Centralia 0.9 mi 5.8
Willow Grove Elem School Centralia 1.2 mi 4.5
Schiller Elem School Centralia 1.3 mi 4.0
Centralia High School Centralia 1.4 mi 6.3
Central City Elem School Centralia 2.2 mi 4.1
Jordan Elem School Centralia 1.8 mi 5.6
NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia 2.6 mi 5.3
CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Centralia 4.9 mi 6.6
Irvington Elem School Irvington 5.7 mi 5.0
Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia 5.7 mi 5.1
Sandoval Elem School Sandoval 6.9 mi 5.2
Sandoval Jr High School Sandoval 7.0 mi 4.3
Sandoval Sr High School Sandoval 7.0 mi 6.2
Odin Attendance Center K-8 Odin 8.0 mi 5.9
Odin Attendance Center 9-12 Odin 8.0 mi 7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoffman 7.6 mi 5.2
Selmaville Elem School Salem 8.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,740

Median Home Value

$91,100

Median Rent

$785/mo

Population

19,941

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centralia JR High School

What grades does Centralia JR High School serve?

Centralia JR High School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Centralia JR High School?

Centralia JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centralia JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centralia JR High School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centralia JR High School rank in IL?

Centralia JR High School ranks #2,807 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Centralia JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centralia JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Centralia JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centralia JR High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centralia JR High School a charter school?

No, Centralia JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centralia JR High School a Title I school?

No, Centralia JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centralia JR High School?

99.7% of students at Centralia JR High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

Centralia SD 135
District Enrollment
1,065
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,491
District Rank
#2 of 3

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