Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Evans Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evans Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Evans Junior High School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Evans Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evans Junior High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1391 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
50%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evans Junior High School's ranking?
Evans Junior High School is ranked #1391 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Evans Junior High School often compared to?
Evans Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiddix Jr High School, Kingsley Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Evans Junior High School?
778 students attend Evans Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Evans Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evans Junior High School?
Evans Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Evans Junior High School offer ?
Evans Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Evans Junior High School part of?
Evans Junior High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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