Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Pana 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pana Sr High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pana 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 Pana Sr 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
#2119 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pana Sr High School's ranking?
Pana Sr High School is ranked #2119 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pana Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Pana Sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pana Sr High School?
383 students attend Pana Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pana Sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pana Sr High School?
Pana Sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pana Sr High School offer ?
Pana Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pana Sr High School part of?
Pana Sr High School is part of Pana CUSD 8 School District.
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