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Roxana Junior High School

Middle School · Roxana CUSD 1

401 Chaffer Ave, Roxana, IL 62084

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,850 of 3,813

In Roxana

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Roxana CUSD 1

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Roxana Junior High School

6.3/10

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

Roxana SR High School

6.1/10

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5.4/10

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About Roxana Junior High School

Roxana Junior High School is a public middle school in Roxana, IL, part of Roxana CUSD 1. Roxana Junior High School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Roxana Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,850 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Roxana Junior High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,531
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Roxana Junior High School — Students at Roxana Junior High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (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
84%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2022
ELA
21%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Roxana Junior High School Compares

See how Roxana Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

401 Chaffer Ave, Roxana, IL 62084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roxana Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wilbur Trimpe Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Bethalto), with a comparable rating. Another option is East Alton Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Alton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lewis-Clark Jr High School (rated 4.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Wood River), a more accessible option. For more schools in Roxana, see our Roxana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Roxana Sr High School Roxana 0.0 mi 6.1
Central Intermediate School Roxana 0.2 mi 5.4
Lewis-Clark Elem School Wood River 1.0 mi 6.0
Lewis-Clark Jr High School Wood River 1.0 mi 4.2
WILLIAM M BEDELL AREA RESOURCE CENTER Wood River 1.5 mi 7.6
Hartford Elem School Hartford 1.8 mi 4.8
East Alton-Wood River High Sch Wood River 1.8 mi 6.4
South Primary School South Roxana 1.9 mi 3.7
Eastwood Elem School East Alton 2.1 mi 4.3
East Alton Middle School East Alton 2.2 mi 4.4
Washington Elem School East Alton 2.4 mi 4.9
Civic Memorial High School Bethalto 4.0 mi 6.3
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School Bethalto 4.1 mi 5.6
Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto 4.2 mi 4.4
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bethalto 4.1 mi 5.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Bethalto 4.6 mi 5.4
Parkside Primary School Bethalto 4.9 mi 6.0
Meadowbrook Intermediate Sch Moro 5.1 mi 5.3
East Elementary School Alton 5.1 mi 5.2
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton 5.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,375

Median Home Value

$104,300

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

1,660

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
EPG Middle School Gridley, IL 6.3
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Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect, IL 6.3
Meridian Jr High School Stillman Valley, IL 6.3
Oster-Oakview School New Lenox, IL 6.3
Center Street Elem School Fairfield, IL 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roxana Junior High School

What grades does Roxana Junior High School serve?

Roxana Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Roxana Junior High School?

Roxana Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roxana Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roxana Junior High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roxana Junior High School rank in IL?

Roxana Junior High School ranks #1,850 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Roxana Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roxana Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Roxana Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roxana Junior High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roxana Junior High School a charter school?

No, Roxana Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roxana Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Roxana Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roxana Junior High School?

53.6% of students at Roxana 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Roxana CUSD 1
District Enrollment
1,655
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,531
District Rank
#1 of 4

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