For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 217 students in Calhoun County, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in Calhoun County, IL are Brussels High School and Calhoun High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calhoun County, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Calhoun County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Calhoun County, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Calhoun High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Calhoun County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brussels High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Po Box 128
Brussels, IL 62013
(618) 883-2131
Brussels, IL 62013
(618) 883-2131
Grades: 7-12
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
Calhoun High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Calhoun Ave
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2229
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2229
Grades: 9-12
| 160 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Calhoun County, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in Calhoun County, IL include Brussels High School and Calhoun High School.
How many public high schools are located in Calhoun County?
2 public high schools are located in Calhoun County.
What is the racial composition of students in Calhoun County?
Calhoun County public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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