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#994 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 26% in state

Channahon Junior High School

Middle School · Channahon SD 17

24917 W Sioux Dr, Channahon, IL 60410

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#994 of 3,813

In Channahon

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Channahon SD 17

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Channahon Junior High School

7.3/10

Middle School in Channahon · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Channahon Junior High School

Channahon Junior High School is a public middle school in Channahon, IL, part of Channahon SD 17. Channahon Junior High School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Channahon Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #994 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Channahon Junior High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,563
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Channahon Junior High School — Students at Channahon Junior High School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.7% (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
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2022
ELA
58%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Channahon Junior High School Compares

See how Channahon Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
74th percentile in IL
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Location

24917 W Sioux Dr, Channahon, IL 60410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Channahon Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Troy Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orenic Intermediate School (rated 7.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Three Rivers School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Channahon, see our Channahon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
N B Galloway Elem School Channahon 0.3 mi 9.3
FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon 0.5 mi 6.4
Pioneer Path Channahon 1.1 mi 8.3
Three Rivers School Channahon 0.9 mi 6.6
Minooka Community High School Minooka 2.4 mi 5.4
Minooka Elem School Minooka 2.7 mi 4.2
Minooka Primary Center Minooka 2.7 mi 5.4
Minooka Intermediate School Minooka 2.7 mi 4.1
Minooka Jr High School Minooka 2.8 mi 4.3
Aux Sable Minooka 3.4 mi 4.1
Walnut Trails Elem School Shorewood 5.0 mi 7.5
Troy Shorewood School Shorewood 5.2 mi 7.5
Troy Heritage Trail School Joliet 5.1 mi 6.8
Troy Cronin Elem School Shorewood 6.4 mi 7.1
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood 6.6 mi 7.0
Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood 6.7 mi 8.0
Jones Elementary School Joliet 6.9 mi 4.7
Troy Middle School Plainfield 7.3 mi 7.7
Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield 7.3 mi 7.1
Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet 6.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,278

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,613/mo

Population

14,027

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

90.1%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Channahon Junior High School

What grades does Channahon Junior High School serve?

Channahon Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Channahon Junior High School?

Channahon Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Channahon Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Channahon Junior High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Channahon Junior High School rank in IL?

Channahon Junior High School ranks #994 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Channahon Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Channahon Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Channahon Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Channahon Junior High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Channahon Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Channahon Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Channahon Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Channahon Junior High School?

16.9% of students at Channahon Junior 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

Channahon SD 17
District Enrollment
1,163
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,563
District Rank
#3 of 4

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