Serving 48 students in grades 9-12, Meredosia-chambersburg 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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredosia-chambersburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meredosia-chambersburg High School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meredosia-chambersburg 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 Meredosia-chambersburg 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
#267 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredosia-chambersburg High School's ranking?
Meredosia-chambersburg High School is ranked #267 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meredosia-chambersburg High School?
The graduation rate of Meredosia-chambersburg High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Meredosia-chambersburg High School?
48 students attend Meredosia-chambersburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Meredosia-chambersburg High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meredosia-chambersburg High School?
Meredosia-chambersburg High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meredosia-chambersburg High School offer ?
Meredosia-chambersburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Meredosia-chambersburg High School part of?
Meredosia-chambersburg High School is part of Meredosia-Chambersburg CUSD 11 School District.
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