Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, Thompsonville High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompsonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thompsonville High School's student population of 89 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
89 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Thompsonville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompsonville High School is 0.00, 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
#2001 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
100%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompsonville High School's ranking?
Thompsonville High School is ranked #2001 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thompsonville High School?
The graduation rate of Thompsonville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thompsonville High School?
89 students attend Thompsonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thompsonville High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompsonville High School?
Thompsonville High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thompsonville High School offer ?
Thompsonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thompsonville High School part of?
Thompsonville High School is part of Thompsonville CUSD 174 School District.
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