Serving 272 students in grades 6-12, Neoga 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neoga Jr/sr High School's student population of 272 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Neoga Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neoga Jr/sr High School is 0.10, 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
#2856 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neoga Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Neoga Jr/sr High School is ranked #2856 out of 3,542 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neoga Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Neoga Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Neoga Jr/sr High School?
272 students attend Neoga Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Neoga Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neoga Jr/sr High School?
Neoga Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neoga Jr/sr High School offer ?
Neoga Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Neoga Jr/sr High School part of?
Neoga Jr/sr High School is part of Neoga CUSD 3 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
No School - Guaranteed Spring Break
March 06, 2026 (Friday)
No School - Guaranteed Spring Break
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Guaranteed Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
No School - Guaranteed Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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