Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Dongola High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dongola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Dongola High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dongola High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dongola High School is 0.17, 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
#1554 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
34%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dongola High School's ranking?
Dongola High School is ranked #1554 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dongola High School?
The graduation rate of Dongola High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dongola High School?
58 students attend Dongola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dongola High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dongola High School?
Dongola High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dongola High School offer ?
Dongola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dongola High School part of?
Dongola High School is part of Dongola USD 66 School District.
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