Serving 95 students in grades 6-8, New Athens Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Athens Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
New Athens Jr High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Athens Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Athens Jr High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
White
95%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Athens Jr High School's ranking?
New Athens Jr High School is ranked #357 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Athens Jr High School?
95 students attend New Athens Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Athens Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Athens Jr High School?
New Athens Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Athens Jr High School offer ?
New Athens Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Athens Jr High School part of?
New Athens Jr High School is part of New Athens CUSD 60 School District.
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