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Staunton JR High School

Middle School · Staunton CUSD 6

801 N Deneen St, Staunton, IL 62088

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,455 of 3,813

In Staunton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Staunton CUSD 6

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Staunton JR High School

5.6/10

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

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About Staunton JR High School

Staunton JR High School is a public middle school in Staunton, IL, part of Staunton CUSD 6. Staunton JR High School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Staunton JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,455 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Staunton JR High School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,215
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Staunton JR High School — Students at Staunton JR High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (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
87%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
29%
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: 3.9/10.

How Staunton JR High School Compares

See how Staunton JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

801 N Deneen St, Staunton, IL 62088

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Staunton JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Litchfield Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gillespie Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Gillespie), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Staunton, see our Staunton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Staunton High School Staunton 0.0 mi 6.1
Staunton Elem School Staunton 0.0 mi 4.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staunton 0.8 mi 4.2
Mt Olive High School Mount Olive 4.8 mi 8.0
Mt Olive Elementary School Mount Olive 4.8 mi 5.1
Worden Elementary School Worden 6.5 mi 6.6
Ben-Gil Elementary School Gillespie 7.7 mi 6.5
Gillespie Middle School Gillespie 7.7 mi 5.8
Gillespie High School Gillespie 7.7 mi 5.9
Hamel Elementary School Hamel 9.5 mi 4.3
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dorsey 8.0 mi 4.8
Alhambra Primary School Alhambra 9.6 mi 8.6
Wolf Ridge Education Center Bunker Hill 8.8 mi 4.1
Bunker Hill High School Bunker Hill 9.0 mi 4.8
Midway School Moro 11.2 mi 5.7
Litchfield Prekindergarten Litchfield 12.9 mi 5.0
Litchfield Elem School Litchfield 13.3 mi 6.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Litchfield 13.7 mi 4.7
Madison Park Elem School Litchfield 13.7 mi 6.5
Litchfield Middle School Litchfield 13.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,066

Median Home Value

$142,800

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

6,482

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

47.2

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Central Junior High Kewanee, IL 5.5
Georgetown Middle School Marquette Hts, IL 5.5
Jasper Co Jr High Newton, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Staunton JR High School

What grades does Staunton JR High School serve?

Staunton JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Staunton JR High School?

Staunton JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Staunton JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Staunton JR High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Staunton JR High School rank in IL?

Staunton JR High School ranks #2,455 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Staunton JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Staunton JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Staunton JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Staunton JR High School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Staunton JR High School a charter school?

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

Is Staunton JR High School a Title I school?

No, Staunton JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Staunton JR High School?

35.7% of students at Staunton 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Macoupin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Staunton CUSD 6
District Enrollment
1,190
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,215
District Rank
#2 of 3

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