Serving 93 students in grades 7-12, Joppa 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joppa Jr & Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Joppa Jr & Sr High School's student population of 93 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joppa Jr & Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joppa Jr & Sr High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2158 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joppa Jr & Sr High School's ranking?
Joppa Jr & Sr High School is ranked #2158 out of 3,663 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Joppa Jr & Sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
93 students attend Joppa Jr & Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Joppa Jr & Sr High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
Joppa Jr & Sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joppa Jr & Sr High School offer ?
Joppa Jr & Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Joppa Jr & Sr High School part of?
Joppa Jr & Sr High School is part of Joppa-Maple Grove Ud 38 School District.
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