Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Ira Jones Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard Ira Jones Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Ira Jones Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#688 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
11%
17%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Richard Ira Jones Middle School's ranking?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is ranked #688 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
851 students attend Richard Ira Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Richard Ira Jones Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Ira Jones Middle School?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richard Ira Jones Middle School offer ?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Ira Jones Middle School part of?
Richard Ira Jones Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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