Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Athens Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Athens Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Athens, IL, covering approximately 85.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Athens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Athens Elementary School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Yellow Jackets
School Rankings
New Athens Elementary 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 New Athens Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#463 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple/Gold (HS), Blue/White (JH)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Athens Elementary School's ranking?
New Athens Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Athens Elementary School often compared to?
New Athens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Westhaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Athens Elementary School?
229 students attend New Athens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of New Athens Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Athens Elementary School?
New Athens Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Athens Elementary School offer ?
New Athens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Athens Elementary School part of?
New Athens Elementary School is part of New Athens CUSD 60 School District.
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