Serving 251 students in grades 5-8, Bismarck-henning Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bismarck-henning Jr High School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bismarck-henning Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bismarck-henning Jr High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1655 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bismarck-henning Jr High School's ranking?
Bismarck-henning Jr High School is ranked #1655 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bismarck-henning Jr High School often compared to?
Bismarck-henning Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South View Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bismarck-henning Jr High School?
251 students attend Bismarck-henning Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bismarck-henning Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bismarck-henning Jr High School?
Bismarck-henning Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bismarck-henning Jr High School offer ?
Bismarck-henning Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bismarck-henning Jr High School part of?
Bismarck-henning Jr High School is part of Bismarck Henning CUSD School District.
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