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O Fallon High School

High School · O Fallon Twp HSD 203

600 S Smiley St, O Fallon, IL 62269

Enrollment

2,559

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,181 of 3,813

In O Fallon

#8 of 10

public schools

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About O Fallon High School

O Fallon High School is a public high school in O Fallon, IL, part of O Fallon Twp HSD 203. O Fallon High School serves approximately 2,559 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. O Fallon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,181 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for O Fallon High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

O Fallon High School is a large school: 2,559 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation10.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,425
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

O Fallon High School — Students at O Fallon High School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
70%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2022
ELA
42%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How O Fallon High School Compares

See how O Fallon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
14
5 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
155 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
5 boys'·9 girls'·65 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

600 S Smiley St, O Fallon, IL 62269

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O Fallon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Shiloh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scott Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Scott Air Force Base), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in O Fallon, see our O Fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Laverna Evans Elem School O Fallon 0.6 mi 6.7
Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School O Fallon 0.8 mi 7.0
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY O Fallon 0.7 mi 6.5
Marie Schaefer Elem School O Fallon 0.7 mi 6.8
ST CLARE CATHOLIC SCHOOL O Fallon 0.7 mi 3.5
Amelia V Carriel Jr High O Fallon 1.3 mi 5.9
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch O Fallon 1.4 mi 7.5
Shiloh Middle School Shiloh 1.7 mi 6.4
Shiloh Elementary School Shiloh 2.1 mi 6.4
Fulton Jr High School O Fallon 2.4 mi 6.2
Delores Moye Elem School O Fallon 2.6 mi 7.4
Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon 2.5 mi 4.5
Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon 2.8 mi 4.2
Scott Elem School Scott Air Force Base 4.0 mi 7.8
Whiteside Middle School Belleville 3.8 mi 5.0
Wingate Elementary School Shiloh 4.2 mi 8.8
Whiteside Elem School Belleville 4.3 mi 5.1
Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights 4.0 mi 6.4
William Holliday Elem School Fairview Heights 4.0 mi 4.7
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairview Heights 4.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62269 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,167

Median Home Value

$274,200

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

35,536

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Plainfield High School Plainfield, IL 5.9
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Belleville High School-East Belleville, IL 5.8
Harlem High School Machesney Park, IL 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O Fallon High School

What grades does O Fallon High School serve?

O Fallon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend O Fallon High School?

O Fallon High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O Fallon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at O Fallon High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does O Fallon High School rank in IL?

O Fallon High School ranks #2,181 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is O Fallon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

O Fallon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 O Fallon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O Fallon High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is O Fallon High School a charter school?

No, O Fallon High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is O Fallon High School a Title I school?

No, O Fallon High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O Fallon High School?

23.8% of students at O Fallon 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,559
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
155
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

District

O Fallon Twp HSD 203
District Enrollment
2,559
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,425
District Rank
#1 of 1

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