Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, Johnston City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Johnston City High School's student population of 337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnston City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston City High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1900 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston City High School's ranking?
Johnston City High School is ranked #1900 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Johnston City High School often compared to?
Johnston City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion High School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnston City High School?
The graduation rate of Johnston City High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Johnston City High School?
337 students attend Johnston City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Johnston City High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston City High School?
Johnston City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston City High School offer ?
Johnston City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Johnston City High School part of?
Johnston City High School is part of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District.
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