Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Bednarcik Junior 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 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bednarcik Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bednarcik Junior High School's student population of 535 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Home of Bruno the Bulldog!
School Rankings
Bednarcik Junior 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 Bednarcik Junior High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#826 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Bednarcik Junior High School's ranking?
Bednarcik Junior High School is ranked #826 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bednarcik Junior High School often compared to?
Bednarcik Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bednarcik Junior High School?
535 students attend Bednarcik Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bednarcik Junior High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bednarcik Junior High School?
Bednarcik Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bednarcik Junior High School offer ?
Bednarcik Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bednarcik Junior High School part of?
Bednarcik Junior High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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