Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Simpson Hill Dist 32 ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (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 16:1 is higher 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
New Simpson Hill Dist 32's student population of 237 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Simpson Hill Dist 32 is 0.11, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 New Simpson Hill Dist 32's ranking?
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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).
How many students attend New Simpson Hill Dist 32?
237 students attend New Simpson Hill Dist 32.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of New Simpson Hill Dist 32 students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Simpson Hill Dist 32?
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Simpson Hill Dist 32 offer ?
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is New Simpson Hill Dist 32 part of?
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 is part of New Simpson Hill SD 32 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Dismissal for Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Students Return from Spring Break
April 13, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 1/10/2011
I have 2 children who graduated fom N.S.H. and am happy to say that they received a quality education which prepared them for high school as well as college.
2 1/3/2011
The adm. has no backbone and the school board are yes people to whatever the adm. wants. They need to take some control of the teacher. Anyone with a child there knows who i am talking about.
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