Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, Newton Comm 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Newton Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Newton Comm High School's student population of 382 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Newton Comm 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 Newton Comm High School is 0.08, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Newton Comm High School's ranking?
Newton Comm High School is ranked #2046 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Newton Comm High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newton Comm High School?
382 students attend Newton Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Newton Comm High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Comm High School?
Newton Comm High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newton Comm High School offer ?
Newton Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newton Comm High School part of?
Newton Comm High School is part of Jasper County Community Unit School District 1.
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