Serving 457 students in grades 9-12, St. Joseph-ogden High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% 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: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St Joseph-Ogden High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Joseph, IL, encompassing approximately 120.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum distance of 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Joseph-ogden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Joseph-ogden High School's student population of 457 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Joseph-ogden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Joseph-ogden High School is 0.15, 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
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-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 St. Joseph-ogden High School's ranking?
St. Joseph-ogden High School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Joseph-ogden High School often compared to?
St. Joseph-ogden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unity High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Joseph-ogden High School?
The graduation rate of St. Joseph-ogden High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend St. Joseph-ogden High School?
457 students attend St. Joseph-ogden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of St. Joseph-ogden High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Joseph-ogden High School?
St. Joseph-ogden High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Joseph-ogden High School offer ?
St. Joseph-ogden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Joseph-ogden High School part of?
St. Joseph-ogden High School is part of St Joseph Ogden CHSD 305 School District.
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