Serving 1,496 students in grades 9-12, Richwoods High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richwoods High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Richwoods High School's student population of 1,496 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richwoods High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richwoods High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1149 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
32%
17%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richwoods High School's ranking?
Richwoods High School is ranked #1149 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richwoods High School often compared to?
Richwoods High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria High School, Manual High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richwoods High School?
The graduation rate of Richwoods High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Richwoods High School?
1,496 students attend Richwoods High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Richwoods High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richwoods High School?
Richwoods High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richwoods High School offer ?
Richwoods High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richwoods High School part of?
Richwoods High School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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