School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
143 students

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
100%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Colchester C U School District 180
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Colchester High School?
143 students attend Colchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Colchester High School students are White.
What grades does Colchester High School offer ?
Colchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colchester High School part of?
Colchester High School is part of Colchester C U School District 180.
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