For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 766 students in Charleston, IL.
The top ranked public high school in Charleston, IL is Charleston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charleston, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Charleston have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Charleston, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Charleston High School, with 75% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Charleston, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charleston High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1615 Lincoln Ave
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 766 students
Rank: n/an/a
Humboldt Taoep
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Lerna Taoep
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Paris Taoep
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Charleston, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Charleston Bridges (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Pathways Roe 11 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
730 7th St, Jerald Calandrilla
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Charleston, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in Charleston, IL include Charleston High School.
How many public high schools are located in Charleston?
4 public high schools are located in Charleston.
What is the racial composition of students in Charleston?
Charleston public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
How Schools are Cutting More Costs in 2011
Budget cuts continue to cripple school districts across the country, forcing some schools to make major cuts creatively. Learn about the current situation and how some public schools are coping with the budget shortfalls.
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.