Serving 278 students in grades 6-12, Neoga Jr/sr 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neoga Jr/sr High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neoga Jr/sr 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 Neoga Jr/sr High School is 0.08, 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
#2526 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neoga Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Neoga Jr/sr High School is ranked #2526 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neoga Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Neoga Jr/sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Neoga Jr/sr High School?
278 students attend Neoga Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Neoga Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neoga Jr/sr High School?
Neoga Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neoga Jr/sr High School offer ?
Neoga Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Neoga Jr/sr High School part of?
Neoga Jr/sr High School is part of Neoga CUSD 3 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 07, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors Last Day
April 30, 2025 (Wednesday)
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