Serving 2,113 students in grades 9-12, Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School's student population of 2,113 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi 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 Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School is 0.65, 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
#2682 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
52%
27%
Black
25%
17%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School's ranking?
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School is ranked #2682 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School often compared to?
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukegan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School?
The graduation rate of Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School?
2,113 students attend Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School?
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School offer ?
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School part of?
Zion-benton Twnshp Hi School is part of Zion-Benton TWP HSD 126 School District.
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