Serving 1,493 students in grades 9-12, Crete-monee High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crete-monee High School's student population of 1,493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crete-monee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crete-monee High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2775 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
64%
17%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crete-monee High School's ranking?
Crete-monee High School is ranked #2775 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Crete-monee High School often compared to?
Crete-monee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plainfield North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crete-monee High School?
The graduation rate of Crete-monee High School is 91%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Crete-monee High School?
1,493 students attend Crete-monee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Crete-monee High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crete-monee High School?
Crete-monee High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crete-monee High School offer ?
Crete-monee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crete-monee High School part of?
Crete-monee High School is part of Crete Monee CUSD 201u School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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