Below Average
#3365 of 3,813 schools in IL
Minooka JR High School
Middle School · Minooka CCSD 201
333 W McEvilly Rd, Minooka, IL 60447
Enrollment
1,053
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,053
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,365 of 3,813
In Minooka
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Minooka CCSD 201
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Minooka JR High School
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About Minooka JR High School
Minooka JR High School is a public middle school in Minooka, IL, part of Minooka CCSD 201. Minooka JR High School serves approximately 1,053 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Minooka JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,365 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Minooka JR High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- IL avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Minooka JR High School — Students at Minooka JR High School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
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: 4.0/10.
How Minooka JR High School Compares
See how Minooka JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
333 W McEvilly Rd, Minooka, IL 60447
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minooka JR 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 notably higher. Another option is Channahon Junior High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Channahon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orenic Intermediate School (rated 7.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minooka, see our Minooka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Minooka Community High School Minooka | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Minooka Intermediate School Minooka | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Minooka Primary Center Minooka | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Minooka Elem School Minooka | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Aux Sable Minooka | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Three Rivers School Channahon | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Path Channahon | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Channahon Junior High School Channahon | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| N B Galloway Elem School Channahon | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Walnut Trails Elem School Shorewood | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Jones Elementary School Joliet | 6.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Troy Shorewood School Shorewood | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem Sch Joliet | 7.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood | 6.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Aux Sable Middle Sch Joliet | 7.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Troy Middle School Plainfield | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield | 7.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60447 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,039
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,525/mo
Population
16,099
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belvidere Central Middle School Belvidere, IL | 4.3 |
| Belvidere South Middle School Belvidere, IL | 4.3 |
| Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville, IL | 4.3 |
| Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City, IL | 4.3 |
| Dorris Intermediate Sch Collinsville, IL | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Middle School Champaign, IL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minooka JR High School
What grades does Minooka JR High School serve?
Minooka JR High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Minooka JR High School?
Minooka JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,053 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minooka JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minooka JR High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minooka JR High School rank in IL?
Minooka JR High School ranks #3,365 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Minooka JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minooka JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Minooka JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minooka JR High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Minooka JR High School a charter school?
No, Minooka JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minooka JR High School a Title I school?
No, Minooka JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minooka JR High School?
28.2% of students at Minooka 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,053
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Grundy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (815) 467-2136
Resources & Links
District
Minooka CCSD 201- District Enrollment
- 4,457
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,808
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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