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#230 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 6% in state

Washington JR High School

Middle School · Naperville CUSD 203

201 N Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#230 of 3,813

In Naperville

#18 of 40

public schools

In district

#17 of 22

Naperville CUSD 203

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Washington JR High School

8.8/10

Middle School in Naperville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington JR High School

Washington JR High School is a public middle school in Naperville, IL, part of Naperville CUSD 203. Washington JR High School serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Washington JR High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,199
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Washington JR High School — Students at Washington JR High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (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
95%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2022
ELA
58%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Washington JR High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in IL
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

201 N Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Jr High School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Jr High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville 0.2 mi 4.6
Naper Elem School Naperville 0.3 mi 8.8
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville 0.4 mi 9.7
Naperville North High School Naperville 0.6 mi 9.4
Beebe Elem School Naperville 0.8 mi 8.5
Highlands Elem School Naperville 0.8 mi 9.4
Naperville Central High School Naperville 0.8 mi 9.2
Mill Street Elem School Naperville 0.9 mi 9.3
Jefferson Jr High School Naperville 1.2 mi 8.5
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Naperville 1.2 mi 6.7
Elmwood Elem School Naperville 1.6 mi 8.8
Prairie Elem School Naperville 1.3 mi 9.2
CREME DE LA CREME Warrenville 1.8 mi
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Naperville 1.9 mi 5.7
Lincoln Jr High School Naperville 2.2 mi 8.7
BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL Naperville 2.4 mi 5.2
TURNING POINTE CN DAY SCHOOL Naperville 1.9 mi 6.6
May Watts Elementary School Naperville 2.1 mi 8.0
Owen Elementary School Naperville 2.5 mi 7.8
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville 2.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,866

Median Home Value

$504,900

Median Rent

$1,982/mo

Population

42,660

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

41.2

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Highlands Middle School La Grange Highlands, IL 8.9
Jane Addams Middle School Bolingbrook, IL 8.9
Pleasantdale Middle Sch Burr Ridge, IL 8.9
Roosevelt School River Forest, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington JR High School

What grades does Washington JR High School serve?

Washington JR High School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Washington JR High School?

Washington JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington JR High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington JR High School rank in IL?

Washington JR High School ranks #230 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Washington JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Washington JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington JR High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington JR High School a charter school?

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

Is Washington JR High School a Title I school?

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

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

15.2% of students at Washington 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
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Naperville CUSD 203
District Enrollment
16,071
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,199
District Rank
#17 of 22

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