Serving 329 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnston City High School's student population of 329 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnston City 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 Johnston City High School is 0.19, 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
#2291 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
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 Johnston City High School's ranking?
Johnston City High School is ranked #2291 out of 3,663 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnston City High School?
The graduation rate of Johnston City High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Johnston City High School?
329 students attend Johnston City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Johnston City High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston City High School?
Johnston City High School has a student ration of 12:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Date
Faculty Last Day
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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