Serving 267 students in grades 7-12, Dieterich Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dieterich Jr/sr High School's student population of 267 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dieterich Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dieterich Jr/sr High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
96%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dieterich Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School is ranked #862 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dieterich Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Dieterich Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Effingham High School, Teutopolis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Dieterich Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
267 students attend Dieterich Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dieterich Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dieterich Jr/sr High School offer ?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dieterich Jr/sr High School part of?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School is part of Dieterich CUSD 30 School District.
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