Needs Improvement
#3655 of 3,813 schools in IL
Northlawn JR High School
Middle School · Streator ESD 44
202 E 1st St, Streator, IL 61364
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,655 of 3,813
In Streator
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Streator ESD 44
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Northlawn JR High School
Middle School in Streator · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northlawn JR High School
Northlawn JR High School is a public middle school in Streator, IL, part of Streator ESD 44. Northlawn JR High School serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northlawn JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,655 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Northlawn JR High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Northlawn JR 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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Northlawn JR High School — Students at Northlawn JR High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
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: 3.2/10.
How Northlawn JR High School Compares
See how Northlawn JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 E 1st St, Streator, IL 61364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northlawn JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fieldcrest Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Wenona), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shepherd Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Ottawa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Intermediate School (rated 5.3/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Ottawa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Streator, see our Streator schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Streator Twp High School Streator | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Centennial Elem School Streator | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Streator | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Kimes Elem School Streator | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Woodland High School Streator | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodland Elementary/Jr High Sch Streator | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Grand Ridge School Grand Ridge | 7.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Ransom Grade School Ransom | 9.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Cornell Elem School Cornell | 11.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Central Intermediate School Ottawa | 12.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Shepherd Middle School Ottawa | 12.9 mi | 6.2 |
| McKinley Elem School Ottawa | 13.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Deer Park C C Elem School Ottawa | 11.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Ottawa Township High School Ottawa | 14.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Ottawa | 14.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa | 14.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa | 14.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Jefferson Elem School Ottawa | 15.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Lostant Elem School Lostant | 11.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Fieldcrest Middle School Wenona | 12.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,147
Median Home Value
$97,300
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
18,236
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
42.1
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| Challand Middle School Sterling, IL | 3.6 |
| Jefferson Middle School Springfield, IL | 3.4 |
| John Deere Middle School Moline, IL | 3.6 |
| Washington Middle School Springfield, IL | 3.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford, IL | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northlawn JR High School
What grades does Northlawn JR High School serve?
Northlawn JR High School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Northlawn JR High School?
Northlawn JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northlawn JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northlawn JR High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northlawn JR High School rank in IL?
Northlawn JR High School ranks #3,655 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Northlawn JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northlawn JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Northlawn JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northlawn JR High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northlawn JR High School a charter school?
No, Northlawn JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northlawn JR High School a Title I school?
No, Northlawn JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northlawn JR High School?
66.7% of students at Northlawn 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- LaSalle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (815) 672-4558
Resources & Links
District
Streator ESD 44- District Enrollment
- 1,510
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,822
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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