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Dirksen Junior High School

203 S Midland Ave, Joliet, IL 60436, United States
+1 (815) 729-1566
http://www.joliet86.org
1.0
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Dirksen Junior High School Overview

About This School

Dirksen Junior High School is a public middle in Joliet, Illinois, serving 653 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 7% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 46 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 65% Hispanic, 22% Black, 8% White, and 4% Two or More Races.

653
Total Students
Grade 6-8
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
46 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts7%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Will County
Students per Counselor
653:1

Dirksen Junior High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

7%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 21%State Avg: 28%
N/A
Mathematics
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.1:1
State Avg: 13.1:1
653
Students per Counselor

Dirksen Junior High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
46

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor653:1

Dirksen Junior High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.23%
Male
49.77%
Female
Total Enrollment: 653 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White8.42%
Hispanic65.24%
Asian0.31%
Black22.21%
Two or More Races3.83%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dirksen Junior High School

Q: What is Dirksen Junior High School?

A: Dirksen Junior High School is a middle public located in Joliet.

Q: How many students attend Dirksen Junior High School?

A: Dirksen Junior High School has approximately 653 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Junior High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Junior High School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Dirksen Junior High School

Dirksen Junior High School is a public middle in Joliet, Illinois, serving 653 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 7% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 46 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 65% Hispanic, 22% Black, 8% White, and 4% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Dirksen Junior High School - Joliet, IL

Quick Facts about Dirksen Junior High School
School NameDirksen Junior High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location203 S Midland Ave, Joliet, IL 60436, Joliet, IL
CountyWill County
Phone+1 (815) 729-1566
Total Students653
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers46
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency7%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Dirksen Junior High School

What is Dirksen Junior High School?

Dirksen Junior High School is a middle public located in Joliet.

How many students attend Dirksen Junior High School?

Dirksen Junior High School has approximately 653 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Junior High School is 14:1.

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