Serving 270 students in grades 9-12, Fieldcrest High School ranks in the top 50% 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 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fieldcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fieldcrest High School's student population of 270 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fieldcrest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fieldcrest High School is 0.22, 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
#1097 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
88%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fieldcrest High School's ranking?
Fieldcrest High School is ranked #1097 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fieldcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Fieldcrest High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fieldcrest High School?
270 students attend Fieldcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fieldcrest High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fieldcrest High School?
Fieldcrest High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fieldcrest High School offer ?
Fieldcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fieldcrest High School part of?
Fieldcrest High School is part of Fieldcrest CUSD 6 School District.
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