Serving 78 students in grades 7-12, Joppa Jr & Sr High School ranks in the top 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joppa Jr & Sr High School serves the entire Joppa, IL district, covering an area of approximately 50 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joppa Jr & Sr High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child. Every Chance. Every Day.
School Rankings
Joppa Jr & Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joppa Jr & Sr High School is 0.12, 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
#1746 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1746 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Joppa Jr & Sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
78 students attend Joppa Jr & Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Joppa Jr & Sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joppa Jr & Sr High School?
Joppa Jr & Sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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