Serving 591 students in grades 7-8, Alex M Martino Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alex M Martino Jr High School's student population of 591 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alex M Martino Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alex M Martino Jr High School is 0.28, 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
#965 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alex M Martino Jr High School's ranking?
Alex M Martino Jr High School is ranked #965 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alex M Martino Jr High School often compared to?
Alex M Martino Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A Vito Martinez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alex M Martino Jr High School?
591 students attend Alex M Martino Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Alex M Martino Jr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alex M Martino Jr High School?
Alex M Martino Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alex M Martino Jr High School offer ?
Alex M Martino Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alex M Martino Jr High School part of?
Alex M Martino Jr High School is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.
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