Serving 111 students in grades 9-12, Valmeyer 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 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: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valmeyer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Valmeyer High School's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valmeyer 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 Valmeyer High School is 0.02, 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)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
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 Valmeyer High School's ranking?
Valmeyer High School is ranked #2001 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Valmeyer High School often compared to?
Valmeyer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Waterloo High School by visitors of our site.
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 Valmeyer High School?
The graduation rate of Valmeyer High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valmeyer High School?
111 students attend Valmeyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Valmeyer High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valmeyer High School?
Valmeyer High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valmeyer High School offer ?
Valmeyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valmeyer High School part of?
Valmeyer High School is part of Valmeyer CUSD 3 School District.
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