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#2964 of 3,813 schools in IL

Anna-jonesboro High School

High School · Anna Jonesboro CHSD 81

608 S Main St, Anna, IL 62906

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,964 of 3,813

In Anna

#3 of 4

public schools

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

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About Anna-jonesboro High School

Anna-jonesboro High School is a public high school in Anna, IL, part of Anna Jonesboro CHSD 81. Anna-jonesboro High School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Anna-jonesboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,964 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Anna-jonesboro High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Anna-jonesboro High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation2.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,437
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Anna-jonesboro High School — Students at Anna-jonesboro High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Anna-jonesboro High School Compares

See how Anna-jonesboro High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in IL
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.7
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

608 S Main St, Anna, IL 62906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anna-jonesboro High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cobden High School (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Cobden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Egyptian Sr High School (rated 7.1/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Tamms), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dongola High School (rated 6.4/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Dongola), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anna, see our Anna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Anna Junior High School Anna 0.4 mi 6.4
Davie Elem School Anna 0.4 mi 4.5
Lincoln Elem School Anna 0.7 mi 7.4
Jonesboro Elem School Jonesboro 1.2 mi 7.8
Cobden Elem School Cobden 5.6 mi 6.1
Cobden Jr High School Cobden 5.7 mi 7.2
Cobden High School Cobden 5.7 mi 7.4
Dongola High School Dongola 8.0 mi 6.4
Dongola Elementary School Dongola 8.0 mi 5.0
Dongola Jr High School Dongola 8.0 mi 4.5
Lick Creek Elem School Buncombe 8.8 mi 5.1
Shawnee Elementary School Wolf Lake 9.5 mi 2.8
Shawnee High School Wolf Lake 9.6 mi 6.3
Shawnee Jr High School Wolf Lake 9.6 mi 4.0
Unity Point Elem School Carbondale 14.9 mi 6.4
NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau 12.9 mi 6.5
Giant City Elem School Carbondale 15.6 mi 8.2
Egyptian Jr High School Tamms 16.2 mi 4.0
Egyptian Elem School Tamms 16.2 mi 4.0
Egyptian Sr High School Tamms 16.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,615

Median Home Value

$138,200

Median Rent

$654/mo

Population

7,218

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anna-jonesboro High School

What grades does Anna-jonesboro High School serve?

Anna-jonesboro High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Anna-jonesboro High School?

Anna-jonesboro High School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anna-jonesboro High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Anna-jonesboro High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anna-jonesboro High School rank in IL?

Anna-jonesboro High School ranks #2,964 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Anna-jonesboro High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Anna-jonesboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Anna-jonesboro High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anna-jonesboro High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Anna-jonesboro High School a charter school?

No, Anna-jonesboro High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Anna-jonesboro High School a Title I school?

No, Anna-jonesboro High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anna-jonesboro High School?

51.4% of students at Anna-jonesboro High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

Anna Jonesboro CHSD 81
District Enrollment
486
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,437
District Rank
#1 of 1

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