J W Eater Jr High School
516 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
J.W. Eater Junior High School, located at 400 E. Wabash Ave in Rantoul, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the local community, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Rantoul City Schools District 137, the institution focuses on navigating the critical transitional period of early adolescence, balancing core academic requirements in subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies with social-emotional development. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares students for the rigors of high school while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.
Beyond the standard curriculum, J.W. Eater Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services. The school aims to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills, explore diverse interests, and build positive relationships with both peers and faculty. By prioritizing student engagement and academic accountability, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to succeed both inside and outside the classroom, serving as a foundational pillar for the Rantoul community.
Beyond the standard curriculum, J.W. Eater Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services. The school aims to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills, explore diverse interests, and build positive relationships with both peers and faculty. By prioritizing student engagement and academic accountability, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to succeed both inside and outside the classroom, serving as a foundational pillar for the Rantoul community.
516
Total Students
45.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 127 |
| Hispanic | 168 |
| Black | 154 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 65 |
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Hispanic168 (32.6 %)
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Black154 (29.8 %)
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White127 (24.6 %)
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Two or More65 (12.6 %)
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Asian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Rantoul City SD 137 |
| Phone: | (217)893-5401 |
| Website: | http://www.rcs137.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 516 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
162
Grade 7
176
Grade 8
178
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 162 |
| Grade 7 | 176 |
| Grade 8 | 178 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 250 | 48.4% |
| Male | 266 | 51.6% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Middle School 7th - 8th