Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, New Athens 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 ≤20% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Athens High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire New Athens school district, covering approximately 85.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone averages 10-15 minutes, 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 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
New Athens High School's student population of 164 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Athens 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 New Athens 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
#1551 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Athens High School's ranking?
New Athens High School is ranked #1551 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Athens High School often compared to?
New Athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeburg Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 New Athens High School?
The graduation rate of New Athens High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend New Athens High School?
164 students attend New Athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of New Athens High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Athens High School?
New Athens High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Athens High School offer ?
New Athens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Athens High School part of?
New Athens High School is part of New Athens CUSD 60 School District.
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