Serving 493 students in grades 9-12, Olympia High School 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 28%). 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 7% 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: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olympia High School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Mascot
Spartan
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Olympia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympia 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
#1421 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Olympia High School's ranking?
Olympia High School is ranked #1421 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olympia High School often compared to?
Olympia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cousino Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 Olympia High School?
The graduation rate of Olympia High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olympia High School?
493 students attend Olympia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Olympia High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympia High School?
Olympia High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olympia High School offer ?
Olympia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olympia High School part of?
Olympia High School is part of Olympia CUSD 16 School District.
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