Serving 73 students in grades 9-12, Spoon River Valley Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spoon River Valley Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spoon River Valley Sr High School's student population of 73 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spoon River Valley Sr 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 Spoon River Valley Sr High School is 0.06, 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
#1209 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
97%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spoon River Valley Sr High School's ranking?
Spoon River Valley Sr High School is ranked #1209 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spoon River Valley Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Spoon River Valley Sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spoon River Valley Sr High School?
73 students attend Spoon River Valley Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Spoon River Valley Sr High School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spoon River Valley Sr High School?
Spoon River Valley Sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spoon River Valley Sr High School offer ?
Spoon River Valley Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spoon River Valley Sr High School part of?
Spoon River Valley Sr High School is part of Spoon River Valley CUSD 4 School District.
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