Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Durand High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durand High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Durand High School's student population of 164 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durand 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 Durand High School is 0.24, 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
#950 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durand High School's ranking?
Durand High School is ranked #950 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Durand High School often compared to?
Durand High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durand High School?
The graduation rate of Durand High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Durand High School?
164 students attend Durand High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Durand High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durand High School?
Durand High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durand High School offer ?
Durand High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Durand High School part of?
Durand High School is part of Durand CUSD 322 School District.
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