Metea Valley High School is a high school in Aurora, Illinois that opened in August 2009 in DuPage County. The school is one of four high schools operated by the Indian Prairie School District. Waubonsie Valley High School is also in Aurora, while Neuqua Valley High School and Wheatland Academy are in Naperville.
Serving 2,766 students in grades 9-12, Metea Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Metea Valley High School serves the northern part of Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metea Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metea Valley High School's student population of 2,766 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metea Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metea Valley High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#460 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Marty The Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metea Valley High School's ranking?
Metea Valley High School is ranked #460 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Metea Valley High School often compared to?
Metea Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waubonsie Valley High School, Neuqua Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metea Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Metea Valley High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metea Valley High School?
2,766 students attend Metea Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Metea Valley High School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metea Valley High School?
Metea Valley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metea Valley High School offer ?
Metea Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metea Valley High School part of?
Metea Valley High School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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