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Thompson JR High School

Middle School · CUSD 308

440 Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego, IL 60543

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,477 of 3,813

In Oswego

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#20 of 21

CUSD 308

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Thompson JR High School

4.1/10

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

Old Post Elementary School

5.3/10

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Boulder Hill Elem School

4.3/10

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About Thompson JR High School

Thompson JR High School is a public middle school in Oswego, IL, part of CUSD 308. Thompson JR High School serves approximately 837 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thompson JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,477 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Thompson JR High School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Thompson JR High School — Students at Thompson JR High School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (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
86%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
28%
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: 3.3/10.

How Thompson JR High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

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

440 Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego, IL 60543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thompson JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Plank Junior High (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Traughber Jr High School (rated 5.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Old Post Elementary School Oswego 0.6 mi 5.3
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 0.9 mi 4.3
Oswego High School Oswego 1.0 mi 7.1
Long Beach Elem School Montgomery 1.1 mi 3.2
Southbury Elem School Oswego 1.2 mi 6.9
Traughber Jr High School Oswego 1.8 mi 5.0
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 1.4 mi 4.8
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 1.9 mi 6.9
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 2.6 mi 5.4
Churchill Elem School Oswego 2.0 mi 6.7
Plank Junior High Oswego 2.0 mi 5.3
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 2.6 mi 5.0
Brokaw Early Learning Center Oswego 2.1 mi 5.3
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 2.8 mi 5.2
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora 3.5 mi 5.1
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 3.5 mi 5.0
Oswego East High School Oswego 2.8 mi 7.6
John Gates Elem School Aurora 3.6 mi 5.3
Hunt Club Elem Oswego 3.6 mi 5.5
HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora 4.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,507

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

41,723

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thompson JR High School

What grades does Thompson JR High School serve?

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

How many students attend Thompson JR High School?

Thompson JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 837 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Thompson JR High School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thompson JR High School rank in IL?

Thompson JR High School ranks #3,477 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Thompson JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thompson JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Thompson JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thompson JR High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thompson JR High School a charter school?

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

Is Thompson JR High School a Title I school?

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

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

40.5% of students at Thompson 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
837
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

CUSD 308
District Enrollment
16,851
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,904
District Rank
#20 of 21

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