Delavan JR High School

Delavan Jr High School is a regular public middle school located in the rural community of Delavan, Illinois. Serving students from seventh to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 59 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1 with five full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.7 out of 10, placing it at #2534 in Illinois among 3819 schools, which falls around the 34th percentile statewide.

Academic performance data shows that 16% of students are proficient or above in both English Language Arts and Math. While the school has room for academic growth according to its current test scores, Delavan Jr High School focuses on supporting each student's development through a close-knit community setting. The rural location offers a peaceful environment conducive to learning and personal growth.

With an enrollment of 59 students, Delavan JR High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Delavan JR High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Delavan JR High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.