Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, John J Lukancic Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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John J Lukancic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
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John J Lukancic Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
John J Lukancic Middle 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 John J Lukancic Middle School is 0.66, 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
#915 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
49%
28%
Black
15%
17%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is John J Lukancic Middle School's ranking?
John J Lukancic Middle School is ranked #915 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John J Lukancic Middle School?
611 students attend John J Lukancic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of John J Lukancic Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John J Lukancic Middle School?
John J Lukancic Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John J Lukancic Middle School offer ?
John J Lukancic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John J Lukancic Middle School part of?
John J Lukancic Middle School is part of Valley View Community Unit School District 365u.
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