CENTURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Century Junior High School is a public middle school that is part of the Orland SD 135 school district, located in Orland Park, IL with about 676 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Century Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Century Junior High School, located at 10801 W 159th St in Orland Park, Illinois, serves students in grades 7 and 8 as part of Orland School District 135. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for providing a comprehensive middle school experience designed to bridge the transition between elementary school and high school. The facility offers a diverse curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also providing students with various opportunities to engage in elective courses and exploratory programs.

Beyond the classroom, Century Junior High fosters a supportive and active school culture. The school encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including interscholastic athletics, intramural sports, clubs, and service-oriented organizations. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, the school strives to create a positive learning environment that prepares its students for the challenges of secondary education and encourages them to become responsible, well-rounded members of their community.

For more information, contact Century Junior High School at (708) 364-3506 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10801 W 159th St
Orland Park, IL 60467-4533
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CENTURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Orland Park, IL with about 676 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Orland SD 135
Total Students:
676
Teachers:
48.55
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 676 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CENTURY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.0%
Hispanic/Latino
9.2%
Black or African American
8.3%
Asian
8.0%
Two or more races
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.