Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, New Berlin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Berlin High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in New Berlin, IL, encompassing approximately 114.7 square miles. This area allows for typical drive times of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Berlin 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 Berlin High School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Berlin 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 Berlin High School is 0.13, 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
#1559 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Berlin High School's ranking?
New Berlin High School is ranked #1559 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Berlin High School often compared to?
New Berlin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood High School, Rochester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Berlin High School?
The graduation rate of New Berlin High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend New Berlin High School?
256 students attend New Berlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of New Berlin High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Berlin High School?
New Berlin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Berlin High School offer ?
New Berlin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Berlin High School part of?
New Berlin High School is part of New Berlin CUSD 16 School District.
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