Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, Polo Comm High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Polo Comm High School's student population of 195 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polo Comm 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 Polo Comm High School is 0.24, 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
#1628 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polo Comm High School's ranking?
Polo Comm High School is ranked #1628 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Polo Comm High School often compared to?
Polo Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oregon Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polo Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Polo Comm High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Polo Comm High School?
195 students attend Polo Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Polo Comm High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polo Comm High School?
Polo Comm High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polo Comm High School offer ?
Polo Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Polo Comm High School part of?
Polo Comm High School is part of Polo CUSD 222 School District.
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