Overview

Dirksen Junior High School is a public school in Joliet, IL. It is one of 5 middle schools in Joliet Public School District 86 School District.

School Rating

Dirksen Junior High School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
6/10
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ACADEMICS

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About the School

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2 Reviews
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Neighborhood

203 South Midland Avenue
Joliet, IL 60436
School leader: Mr Rolland Jasper
(815) 729-1566
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