Serving 168 students in grades 9-12, Newark Comm High School ranks in the top 30% 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newark Comm High School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newark Comm High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark Comm High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1072 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark Comm High School's ranking?
Newark Comm High School is ranked #1072 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Newark Comm High School often compared to?
Newark Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oswego East High School, Bloom 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 28% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Newark Comm High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newark Comm High School?
168 students attend Newark Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Newark Comm High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark Comm High School?
Newark Comm High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newark Comm High School offer ?
Newark Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newark Comm High School part of?
Newark Comm High School is part of Newark CHSD 18 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Student Attendance
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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