Serving 896 students in grades 9-12, Metamora High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Metamora High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Metamora, IL, covering approximately 106.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metamora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metamora High School's student population of 896 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
896 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
Average Class Size
19 students
School Rankings
Metamora High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metamora High School is 0.19, 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
#842 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Redbirds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metamora High School's ranking?
Metamora High School is ranked #842 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Metamora High School often compared to?
Metamora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Paso-gridley High School, Eureka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metamora High School?
The graduation rate of Metamora High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Metamora High School?
896 students attend Metamora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Metamora High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metamora High School?
Metamora High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metamora High School offer ?
Metamora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metamora High School part of?
Metamora High School is part of County Of Woodford School District.
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