Serving 947 students in grades 9-12, East Peoria 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 947 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Peoria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
East Peoria High School's student population of 947 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
947 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Peoria 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 East Peoria High School is 0.30, 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
#1871 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 East Peoria High School's ranking?
East Peoria High School is ranked #1871 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Peoria High School often compared to?
East Peoria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Peoria High School?
The graduation rate of East Peoria High School is 84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Peoria High School?
947 students attend East Peoria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Peoria High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Peoria High School?
East Peoria High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Peoria High School offer ?
East Peoria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Peoria High School part of?
East Peoria High School is part of East Peoria CHSD 309 School District.
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