Bradford Junior High School

Summary:

Bradford Junior High School is a small public middle school serving grades 6-8 in Bradford, Illinois, with just 44 students. Despite its small size, the school consistently outperforms the state and district averages in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics proficiency across all grade levels, particularly in 8th grade Mathematics where 100% of students were proficient or better in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 28.1%.

The school's strong academic performance is especially noteworthy given that it has a relatively high percentage of low socioeconomic status (SES) students at 45.45% in 2022-2023. Yet, Bradford Junior High School still managed to rank 124th out of 1,234 Illinois middle schools for its low-SES student performance, indicating that it is effectively supporting this student population. In comparison, nearby schools like Bureau Valley Elementary and JH, Chillicothe Junior High, and Stark County Junior High School have lower academic proficiency rates, particularly in Mathematics.

While Bradford CUSD 1 has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking over the past decade, Bradford Junior High School has maintained a consistent 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past two school years, indicating its exceptional performance compared to other Illinois middle schools. The school's ability to support student learning and achievement, even in the face of potential socioeconomic challenges, is a testament to its effective strategies and practices.

Detail:

Public 6-8

115 High St
Bradford, IL 61421-5087

(309) 897-2801

District: Bradford CUSD 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
19^th of 1,363 Illinois Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $16,812

Feeder schools for Bradford Junior High School:

Elementary:

Bradford Grade School

Student/teacher ratio: 8.8

Number of students: 44

Racial breakdown:

White:

97.7%

African American:

2.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 43.2%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Bradford Junior High School ranks better than 98.6% of middle schools in Illinois. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 98.03. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (97.7%), African American (2.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 43.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bradford Junior High School is 8.8. (See more...)

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Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bradford Junior High School is $16,812.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Bradford Junior High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Bradford Junior High School 19^th of 1363 Illinois public middle schools. (See Bradford Junior High School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

Bradford CUSD 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Bradford CUSD 1 75^th of 813 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Bradford Junior High School

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Rank History for all students at Bradford Junior High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IL State Percentile
2003	44.03	737^th	1185	37.8%
2004	76.68	283^rd	1204	76.5%
2005	54.87	658^th	1209	45.6%
2006	59.05	599^th	1272	52.9%
2007	59.61	608^th	1287	52.8%
2008	63.57	560^th	1293	56.7%
2009	50.67	768^th	1318	41.7%
2010	55.01	715^th	1327	46.1%
2011	59.68	623^rd	1344	53.6%
2012	62.46	567^th	1365	58.5%
2013	40.54	849^th	1367	37.9%
2014	32.96	939^th	1322	29.0%
2015	40.10	715^th	1302	45.1%
2016	17.69	1134^th	1294	12.4%
2017	43.83	688^th	1293	46.8%
2018	53.19	555^th	1293	57.1%
2019	43.22	717^th	1356	47.1%
2021	36.31	699^th	1241	43.7%
2022	65.17	386^th	1369	71.8%
2023	91.80	92^nd	1367	93.3%
2024	98.03	19^th	1363	98.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Bradford Junior High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IL State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	81.23	124^th	1234	90.0%

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Rank History for Male students at Bradford Junior High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IL State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	62.87	380^th	1223	68.9%
2019	50.34	571^st	1296	55.9%

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Rank History for White students at Bradford Junior High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	35.42	590^th	889	33.6%
2019	20.62	760^th	905	16.0%
2021	23.12	643^rd	813	20.9%
2022	49.82	419^th	898	53.3%
2023	88.19	69^th	895	92.3%
2024	95.04	19^th	875	97.8%

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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Enrollment information for Bradford Junior High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2002	66	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	67
2003	66	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	67
2004	65	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	66
2005	62	0	1	2	n/a	n/a	0	65
2006	60	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	61
2007	242	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	1	243
2008	77	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	77
2009	71	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	71
2010	70	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	1	71
2011	85	1	0	0	0	0	0	86
2012	70	0	0	0	0	1	0	71
2013	66	0	0	4	0	2	0	72
2014	51	0	0	4	0	1	0	56
2015	49	0	1	2	0	2	0	54
2016	48	0	1	2	0	3	0	54
2017	47	0	2	1	0	3	0	53
2018	39	0	1	1	0	4	0	45
2019	42	0	1	1	0	2	0	46
2020	40	1	0	0	0	1	0	42
2021	46	1	0	0	0	3	0	50
2022	46	1	0	2	0	3	0	52
2023	41	0	0	2	0	1	0	44
2024	43	1	0	0	0	0	0	44

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Bradford Junior High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2002	67	0.0	n/a	25.4
2003	67	0.0	n/a	25.4
2004	66	4.0	16.5	34.8
2005	65	3.0	21.7	36.9
2006	61	3.0	20.3	45.9
2007	243	4.0	60.8	13.2
2008	77	3.0	25.7	42.9
2009	71	5.0	14.2	33.8
2010	71	5.0	14.2	40
2011	86	6.0	14.3	31.4
2012	71	4.0	17.7	33.8
2013	72	6.5	10.9	36.1
2014	56	4.8	11.5	37.5
2015	54	7.0	7.7	42.6
2016	54	5.0	10.8	40.7
2017	53	4.0	13.2	84.9
2018	45	6.0	7.5	44.4
2019	46	6.0	7.6	47.8
2020	42	6.0	7.0	50
2021	50	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	52	4.0	13.0	51.9
2023	44	4.7	9.3	45.5
2024	44	5.0	8.8	43.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Bradford Junior High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2002	67	0.0	n/a	25.4
2003	67	0.0	n/a	25.4
2004	66	4.0	16.5	34.8
2005	65	3.0	21.7	36.9
2006	61	3.0	20.3	45.9
2007	243	4.0	60.8	13.2
2008	77	3.0	25.7	42.9
2009	71	5.0	14.2	33.8
2010	71	5.0	14.2	40
2011	86	6.0	14.3	31.4
2012	71	4.0	17.7	33.8
2013	72	6.5	10.9	36.1
2014	56	4.8	11.5	37.5
2015	54	7.0	7.7	42.6
2016	54	5.0	10.8	40.7
2017	53	4.0	13.2	84.9
2018	45	6.0	7.5	44.4
2019	46	6.0	7.6	47.8
2020	42	6.0	7.0	50
2021	50	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	52	4.0	13.0	51.9
2023	44	4.7	9.3	45.5
2024	44	5.0	8.8	43.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

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Year	Polio	Measles	Mumps	Rubella	Hepatitis B	Varicella	DTP	Meningococcal
2015	98.3%	98.3%	98.3%	98.3%	98.3%	96.6%	98.3%
2016	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%		36.4%
2017	92.9%	92.9%	92.9%	92.9%	92.9%	92.9%	92.9%	60.7%
2018	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%	93.8%
2019	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%
2021	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	98.0%
2022	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%	98.0%
2023	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%
2024	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%	95.4%

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Bradford Junior High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$00 (0.0%)	$9,862 (100.0%)	$9,862
2020	$00 (0.0%)	$11,045 (100.0%)	$11,045
2021	$00 (0.0%)	$12,000 (100.0%)	$12,000
2022	$00 (0.0%)	$12,000 (100.0%)	$12,000
2023	$859 (6.2%)	$12,940 (93.8%)	$13,798
2024	$1,495 (8.9%)	$15,317 (91.1%)	$16,812

Data source: Illinois Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Bradford Junior High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 717^th of 1356 Middle schools	Ranks 92^nd of 1367 Middle schools	46.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford Junior High School)	22.2	92.3	70.1%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford CUSD 1)	22.2	92.3	70.1%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)	35	34.2	0.8%
6th Grade Mathematics (Bradford Junior High School)	16.7	84.7	68%
6th Grade Mathematics (Bradford CUSD 1)	16.7	84.7	68%
6th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)	25.3	23.4	1.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford Junior High School)	25	85.7	60.7%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford CUSD 1)	25	85.7	60.7%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)	41.2	37.9	3.3%
7th Grade Mathematics (Bradford Junior High School)	25	92.9	67.9%
7th Grade Mathematics (Bradford CUSD 1)	25	92.9	67.9%
7th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)	29.9	26.9	3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford Junior High School)	25	77.8	52.8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Bradford CUSD 1)	25	77.8	52.8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)	39.6	40.5	0.9%
8th Grade Mathematics (Bradford Junior High School)	30	77.8	47.8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Bradford CUSD 1)	30	77.8	47.8%
8th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)	32.6	25.7	6.9%
8th Grade Science (Bradford Junior High School)	60	47.1	12.9%
8th Grade Science (Bradford CUSD 1)	60	47.1	12.9%
8th Grade Science (Illinois)	55	52	3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	46	44	4.3%
African American	0	0
American Indian	0	0
Asian	1	0	100%
Hispanic	1	2	100%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	42	41	2.4%
Two or More Races	2	1	50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	47.8%	45.5%	2.4%

Schools Near Bradford Junior High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				ISA Science (2024)	IAR English Language Arts (2024)							IAR Mathematics (2024)							% Polio (2024)	% Measles (2024)	% Mumps (2024)	% Rubella (2024)	% Hepatitis B (2024)	% Varicella (2024)	% DTP (2024)	% Meningococcal (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ISA Science All Grades	IAR English Language Arts 3rd Grade	IAR English Language Arts 4th Grade	IAR English Language Arts 5th Grade	IAR English Language Arts 6th Grade	IAR English Language Arts 7th Grade	IAR English Language Arts 8th Grade	IAR English Language Arts All Grades	IAR Mathematics 3rd Grade	IAR Mathematics 4th Grade	IAR Mathematics 5th Grade	IAR Mathematics 6th Grade	IAR Mathematics 7th Grade	IAR Mathematics 8th Grade	IAR Mathematics All Grades	% Polio All Grades	% Measles All Grades	% Mumps All Grades	% Rubella All Grades	% Hepatitis B All Grades	% Varicella All Grades	% DTP All Grades	% Meningococcal All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Bradford Junior High School	Public	6-8	115 High St	Bradford	61421	Stark County	Bradford CUSD 1	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	Yes	(309) 897-2801	44	5	8.8	43.2%	43 (97.7%)	1 (2.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	98	19^th of 1363 public middle schools	98.6%		91.8	92^nd of 1367 public middle schools	93.3%	73	71.4				80.0	84.7	85.8	83.3				73.4	92.3	100.0	88.1	95.4	95.4	95.4	95.4	95.4	95.4	95.4	95.4	$16,812	$1,495	$15,317
Stark County Junior High School	Public	6-8	402 S Franklin St	Toulon	61483	Stark County	Stark County CUSD 100	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	(309) 286-3451	141	12	11.5	48.9%	124 (87.9%)	2 (1.4%)	11 (7.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (2.8%)	45.5	662^nd of 1363 public middle schools	51.4%		55.7	501^st of 1367 public middle schools	63.4%	161	70.0				40.5	34.1	50.9	42.1				14.3	14.9	30.0	20.1	95.9	95.9	95.9	95.9	97.3	95.9	96.6	95.2	$13,682	$802	$12,880
Midland Middle School	Public	5-8	901 Hilltop Dr	Sparland	61565	Marshall County	Midland CUSD 7	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	Yes	(309) 469-3131	218	14	15.5	53.7%	193 (88.5%)	7 (3.2%)	12 (5.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)	4 (1.8%)	75.8	276^th of 1363 public middle schools	79.8%		82.2	197^th of 1367 public middle schools	85.6%	79	71.0			27.3	35.7	60.0	93.5	52.4			38.2	34.0	30.9	63.0	40.6	99.1	99.1	99.1	99.1	99.1	99.1	99.1	72.2	$11,375	$183	$11,192
Central Elementary	Public	4-6	215 E Central Blvd	Kewanee	61443	Henry County	Kewanee CUSD 229	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	Yes	(309) 853-4290	357	31	11.5	80.7%	207 (58.0%)	26 (7.3%)	95 (26.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	29 (8.1%)								(n/a)	42.3		25.4	39.0	46.4			37.2		10.3	17.1	17.0			15.0	98.6	98.6	98.6	98.6	98.6	98.6	98.6	29.7	$15,315	$1,472	$13,843
Central Junior High	Public	7-8	215 E Central Blvd	Kewanee	61443	Henry County	Kewanee CUSD 229	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	Yes	(309) 853-4290	218	15	14.7	77.1%	115 (52.8%)	23 (10.6%)	60 (27.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (9.2%)	53.2	555^th of 1363 public middle schools	59.3%		49.4	601^st of 1367 public middle schools	56.0%	46	39.4					53.4	71.0	62.2					13.9	9.0	11.4	99.1	99.5	99.5	99.5	99.5	99.5	99.5	99.1	$15,663	$2,171	$13,492
Logan Junior High School	Public	5-8	302 W Central Ave	Princeton	61356	Bureau County	Princeton Education Service District 115	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	(815) 875-6415	413	31	13.5	52.3%	370 (89.6%)	7 (1.7%)	24 (5.8%)	4 (1.0%)	3 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.0%)	41.2	725^th of 1363 public middle schools	46.8%		34.3	856^th of 1367 public middle schools	37.4%	131	43.6			28.8	41.9	32.4	36.5	34.7			8.7	23.5	19.4	15.6	16.7	98.3	98.3	98.3	98.3	98.1	98.1	98.3	72.3	$14,679	$383	$14,295
Bureau Valley Elementary and JH	Public	3-8	9080 2125 North Ave	Manlius	61338	Bureau County	Bureau Valley CUSD 340	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	(n/a)	(815) 445-2121	321	31	10.5	54.2%	284 (88.5%)	0 (0.0%)	24 (7.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (3.7%)	80.1	226^th of 1363 public middle schools	83.4%		75.9	263^rd of 1367 public middle schools	80.8%	37	76.0	33.3	38.4	42.5	69.4	65.0	67.3	55.2	29.2	17.9	40.0	25.8	50.0	36.0	33.9	98.8	98.4	98.4	98.4	98.8	98.4	98.8	53.6	$14,909	$495	$14,415
Chillicothe Junior High	Public	6-8	914 W Truitt Ave	Chillicothe	61523	Peoria County	Il Valley Central Unified School District 321	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	Yes	(309) 274-6266	243	14	16.7	46.1%	213 (87.7%)	6 (2.5%)	13 (5.3%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (4.1%)	74.9	284^th of 1363 public middle schools	79.2%		74.8	279^th of 1367 public middle schools	79.6%	5	61.4				71.9	69.1	60.7	66.7				40.7	28.4	25.0	30.5	98.8	98.8	98.8	98.8	98.8	98.8	98.8	97.5	$10,334	$83	$10,251

Frequently Asked Questions about Bradford Junior High School

Is Bradford Junior High School a good school?

Yes! Bradford Junior High School is one of the best middle schools in the state. It ranks 19^th of 1363 Illinois middle schools.

What district is Bradford Junior High School in?

Bradford CUSD 1

How many students attend Bradford Junior High School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 44 students attended Bradford Junior High School.

What is the racial makeup of Bradford Junior High School?

Students at Bradford Junior High School are 98% White, 2% African American.

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