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#259 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 7% in state

L J Hauser JR High School

Middle School · Riverside SD 96

65 Woodside Rd, Riverside, IL 60546

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#259 of 3,813

In Riverside

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Riverside SD 96

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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L J Hauser JR High School

8.7/10

Middle School in Riverside · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About L J Hauser JR High School

L J Hauser JR High School is a public middle school in Riverside, IL, part of Riverside SD 96. L J Hauser JR High School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. L J Hauser JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for L J Hauser JR High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,929
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

L J Hauser JR High School — Students at L J Hauser JR High School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.5% (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
90%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How L J Hauser JR High School Compares

See how L J Hauser JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in IL
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

65 Woodside Rd, Riverside, IL 60546

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L J Hauser JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Heritage Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), a more accessible option. Additionally, Washington Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lyons), a more accessible option. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
TALLGRASS SUDBURY SCHOOL Riverside 0.0 mi 6.5
Central Elem School Riverside 0.1 mi 9.0
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverside 0.2 mi 7.0
Riverside Brookfield Twp HS Riverside 0.5 mi 8.1
A F Ames Elem School Riverside 0.7 mi 8.6
INTIRAYMI SPANISH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Riverside 0.8 mi
Washington Middle School Lyons 0.9 mi 4.2
Hollywood Elem School Brookfield 0.6 mi 8.8
Blythe Park Elem School Riverside 0.8 mi 9.0
J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons 1.4 mi 5.6
Costello School Lyons 1.7 mi 5.0
Irving Elem School Berwyn 1.3 mi 5.6
Lincoln Elem School Brookfield 1.6 mi 4.0
Emerson Elem School Berwyn 1.4 mi 4.0
Heritage Middle School Berwyn 1.4 mi 6.1
J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn 1.6 mi 7.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield 1.4 mi
THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn 1.5 mi
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS COMMUNITY Brookfield 1.6 mi
Piper School Berwyn 1.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,933

Median Home Value

$377,600

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

16,582

College Educated

57.1%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

39.9

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Margaret Mead JHS Elk Grove Village, IL 8.7
Thurgood Marshall School Rockford, IL 8.7
Coal City Middle School Coal City, IL 8.6
Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills, IL 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L J Hauser JR High School

What grades does L J Hauser JR High School serve?

L J Hauser JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend L J Hauser JR High School?

L J Hauser JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L J Hauser JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at L J Hauser JR High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does L J Hauser JR High School rank in IL?

L J Hauser JR High School ranks #259 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is L J Hauser JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

L J Hauser JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 L J Hauser JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L J Hauser JR High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is L J Hauser JR High School a charter school?

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

Is L J Hauser JR High School a Title I school?

No, L J Hauser JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L J Hauser JR High School?

23.9% of students at L J Hauser 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

Riverside SD 96
District Enrollment
1,743
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,929
District Rank
#4 of 5

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