Serving 407 students in grades 6-12, Forreston Jr/sr 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forreston Jr/sr High School's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forreston Jr/sr 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 Forreston Jr/sr High School is 0.27, 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
#1070 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forreston Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is ranked #1070 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School?
407 students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Forreston Jr/sr High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
Forreston Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forreston Jr/sr High School offer ?
Forreston Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Forreston Jr/sr High School part of?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is part of Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School - Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
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