Below Average
#3206 of 3,813 schools in IL
Kankakee Junior High School
Middle School · Kankakee SD 111
2250 E Crestwood St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,206 of 3,813
In Kankakee
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Kankakee SD 111
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Kankakee Junior High School
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About Kankakee Junior High School
Kankakee Junior High School is a public middle school in Kankakee, IL, part of Kankakee SD 111. Kankakee Junior High School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kankakee Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,206 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Kankakee Junior High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Kankakee Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kankakee Junior High School — Students at Kankakee Junior High School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Kankakee Junior High School Compares
See how Kankakee Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2250 E Crestwood St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kankakee Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center (rated 5.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bradley Central Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Edison Primary School Kankakee | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kankakee | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| King Middle Grade School Kankakee | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Steuben Elementary School Kankakee | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Proegler School Kankakee | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley East Elem School Bradley | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Taft Primary School Kankakee | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Kankakee High School Kankakee | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Bradley West Elem School Bradley | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,557
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
33,224
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, IL | 4.6 |
| Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport, IL | 4.6 |
| Riverton Middle School Riverton, IL | 4.6 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood, IL | 4.6 |
| U S Grant Middle School Springfield, IL | 4.6 |
| Central Jr High School East Peoria, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kankakee Junior High School
What grades does Kankakee Junior High School serve?
Kankakee Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Kankakee Junior High School?
Kankakee Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kankakee Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kankakee Junior High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kankakee Junior High School rank in IL?
Kankakee Junior High School ranks #3,206 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Kankakee Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kankakee Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Kankakee Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kankakee Junior High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kankakee Junior High School a charter school?
No, Kankakee Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kankakee Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Kankakee Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kankakee Junior High School?
91.0% of students at Kankakee 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kankakee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (815) 933-0730
Resources & Links
District
Kankakee SD 111- District Enrollment
- 4,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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