Serving 178 students in grades 9-12, North Clay Community High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 5% 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: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Clay Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
North Clay Community High School's student population of 178 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Clay Community 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 North Clay Community High School is 0.10, 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
#1986 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Clay Community High School's ranking?
North Clay Community High School is ranked #1986 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Clay Community High School?
The graduation rate of North Clay Community High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Clay Community High School?
178 students attend North Clay Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Clay Community High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Clay Community High School?
North Clay Community High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Clay Community High School offer ?
North Clay Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Clay Community High School part of?
North Clay Community High School is part of North Clay CUSD 25 School District.
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