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New Tech High - Zion-benton East
High School · Zion-Benton Twp HSD 126
1634 23rd St, Zion, IL 60099
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,956 of 3,813
In Zion
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Zion-Benton Twp HSD 126
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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New Tech High - Zion-benton East
High School in Zion · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Tech High - Zion-benton East
New Tech High - Zion-benton East is a public high school in Zion, IL, part of Zion-Benton Twp HSD 126. New Tech High - Zion-benton East serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Tech High - Zion-benton East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,956 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for New Tech High - Zion-benton East show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New Tech High - Zion-benton East 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
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New Tech High - Zion-benton East — Students at New Tech High - Zion-benton East score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.0/10.
How New Tech High - Zion-benton East Compares
See how New Tech High - Zion-benton East performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1634 23rd St, Zion, IL 60099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Tech High - Zion-benton East may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Beach Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Zion, see our Zion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeview School Zion | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Zion Central Middle School Zion | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Shiloh Park Middle School Zion | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Beulah Park Elem School Zion | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| East Elementary School Zion | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| West Elementary School Zion | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Westfield School Winthrop Harbor | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| North Prairie Jr High Winthrop Harbor | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Howe Elementary School Beach Park | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Oak Crest School Beach Park | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Beach Park Middle School Beach Park | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| H R McCall Elem School Waukegan | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| John S Clark Elem School Waukegan | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Little Fort Elem School Waukegan | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,647
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
30,485
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Abingdon-Avon High Sch Abingdon, IL | 6.2 |
| Cumberland High School Toledo, IL | 6.2 |
| Fulton High School Fulton, IL | 6.2 |
| Meridian High School Macon, IL | 6.2 |
| Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| Robinson High School Robinson, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Tech High - Zion-benton East
What grades does New Tech High - Zion-benton East serve?
New Tech High - Zion-benton East serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Tech High - Zion-benton East?
New Tech High - Zion-benton East has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Tech High - Zion-benton East?
The student-teacher ratio at New Tech High - Zion-benton East is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Tech High - Zion-benton East rank in IL?
New Tech High - Zion-benton East ranks #1,956 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is New Tech High - Zion-benton East's MySchoolScout rating?
New Tech High - Zion-benton East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 New Tech High - Zion-benton East?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Tech High - Zion-benton East has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is New Tech High - Zion-benton East a charter school?
No, New Tech High - Zion-benton East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Tech High - Zion-benton East a Title I school?
No, New Tech High - Zion-benton East is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Tech High - Zion-benton East?
50.0% of students at New Tech High - Zion-benton East 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (847) 731-9803
Resources & Links
District
Zion-Benton Twp HSD 126- District Enrollment
- 2,573
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,137
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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