Serving 165 students in grades 9-12, Oblong 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oblong High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oblong High School's student population of 165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Oblong 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 Oblong High School is 0.13, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oblong High School's ranking?
Oblong High School is ranked #2146 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oblong High School?
The graduation rate of Oblong High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oblong High School?
165 students attend Oblong High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Oblong High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oblong High School?
Oblong High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oblong High School offer ?
Oblong High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oblong High School part of?
Oblong High School is part of Oblong CUSD 4 School District.
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