Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Roxana Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roxana Junior High School's student population of 371 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence with Passion, Pride and Partnership
School Rankings
Roxana Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roxana Junior High School is 0.27, 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
#2044 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
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 Roxana Junior High School's ranking?
Roxana Junior High School is ranked #2044 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Roxana Junior High School often compared to?
Roxana Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alton Middle School, Lewis-clark Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Roxana Junior High School?
371 students attend Roxana Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Roxana Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roxana Junior High School?
Roxana Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roxana Junior High School offer ?
Roxana Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Roxana Junior High School part of?
Roxana Junior High School is part of Roxana CUSD 1 School District.
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