Serving 997 students in grades 9-12, Mahomet-seymour High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahomet-seymour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mahomet-seymour High School's student population of 997 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahomet-seymour High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahomet-seymour High School is 0.26, 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
#244 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahomet-seymour High School's ranking?
Mahomet-seymour High School is ranked #244 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mahomet-seymour High School often compared to?
Mahomet-seymour High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahomet-seymour High School?
The graduation rate of Mahomet-seymour High School is 91%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mahomet-seymour High School?
997 students attend Mahomet-seymour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mahomet-seymour High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahomet-seymour High School?
Mahomet-seymour High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahomet-seymour High School offer ?
Mahomet-seymour High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mahomet-seymour High School part of?
Mahomet-seymour High School is part of Mahomet-Seymour CUSD 3 School District.
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