Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, Amelia V Carriel Jr 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 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School's student population of 695 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Learning today, leading tomorrow
School Rankings
Amelia V Carriel Jr 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 Amelia V Carriel Jr High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
17%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amelia V Carriel Jr High School's ranking?
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School is ranked #912 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Amelia V Carriel Jr High School often compared to?
Amelia V Carriel Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Amelia V Carriel Jr High School?
695 students attend Amelia V Carriel Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Amelia V Carriel Jr High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amelia V Carriel Jr High School?
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amelia V Carriel Jr High School offer ?
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Amelia V Carriel Jr High School part of?
Amelia V Carriel Jr High School is part of O Fallon Community Consolidated School District 90.
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