Serving 919 students in grades 9-12, Metamora 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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metamora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metamora High School's student population of 919 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Redbirds
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Metamora High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metamora High School is 0.21, 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
#586 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metamora High School's ranking?
Metamora High School is ranked #586 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Metamora High School often compared to?
Metamora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Paso-gridley High School, Eureka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metamora High School?
The graduation rate of Metamora High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metamora High School?
919 students attend Metamora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Metamora High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metamora High School?
Metamora High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metamora High School offer ?
Metamora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metamora High School part of?
Metamora High School is part of County Of Woodford School District.
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