Donovan JR High School

Donovan Jr High School serves grades 6 through 8 in Donovan, Illinois, enrolling 56 students in a regular public middle school. Its 9.3-to-1 student-teacher ratio keeps classes small — a structural advantage that gives students consistent access to teacher attention across all three grade levels. The school earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.1 out of 10, with an academic rating of 9.4 and a growth score of 9.6.

Growth measures how much students advance relative to their starting point, not just where they finish — and a 9.6 marks Donovan Jr High as a school where students accelerate measurably year over year. Among all 684 middle schools in Illinois, it ranks 11th. Statewide, the school outperforms 98% of Illinois public schools — a standard very few of the state's 3,813 schools meet.

For families weighing local options, the comparison is direct: Donovan Jr High ranks first among the three public schools in Donovan. That local standing and the statewide ranking align consistently, with academic performance, growth trajectory, and overall composite score all pointing in the same direction.

With an enrollment of 56 students, Donovan 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1, Donovan JR High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Donovan 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.