East Dubuque High School and jr high, or EDHS / js, is a public four-year high school located at 200 Parklane Drive in East Dubuque, Illinois, a small city in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States. EDHS serves the community and surrounding area of East Dubuque.
Serving 84 students in grades 7-8, East Dubuque Jr High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Dubuque Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Dubuque Jr High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
East Dubuque Jr High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Dubuque Jr High School is 0.31, 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
#158 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
23%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Dubuque Jr High School's ranking?
East Dubuque Jr High School is ranked #158 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend East Dubuque Jr High School?
84 students attend East Dubuque Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Dubuque Jr High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Dubuque Jr High School?
East Dubuque Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Dubuque Jr High School offer ?
East Dubuque Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is East Dubuque Jr High School part of?
East Dubuque Jr High School is part of East Dubuque USD 119 School District.
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