Serving 162 students in grades 9-12, Okaw Valley 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Okaw Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bethany, IL, encompassing approximately 161.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okaw Valley High School's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Okaw Valley 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 Okaw Valley 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
#2535 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okaw Valley High School's ranking?
Okaw Valley High School is ranked #2535 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Okaw Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Okaw Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Okaw Valley High School?
162 students attend Okaw Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Okaw Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okaw Valley High School?
Okaw Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Okaw Valley High School offer ?
Okaw Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Okaw Valley High School part of?
Okaw Valley High School is part of Okaw Valley CUSD 302 School District.
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