Serving 408 students in grades 7-12, Heyworth 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heyworth Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heyworth Jr-sr High School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heyworth 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 Heyworth Jr-sr High School is 0.19, 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
#1129 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heyworth Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School is ranked #1129 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heyworth Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Heyworth Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley High School, Normal Community West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Heyworth Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
408 students attend Heyworth Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Heyworth Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heyworth Jr-sr High School offer ?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Heyworth Jr-sr High School part of?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School is part of Heyworth CUSD 4 School District.
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