Serving 3,408 students in grades 9-12, Joliet Central High 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joliet Central High School's student population of 3,408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 185 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
185 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joliet Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joliet Central High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2595 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
70%
27%
Black
16%
17%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)76%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joliet Central High School's ranking?
Joliet Central High School is ranked #2595 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Joliet Central High School often compared to?
Joliet Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joliet West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joliet Central High School?
The graduation rate of Joliet Central High School is 76%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joliet Central High School?
3,408 students attend Joliet Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Joliet Central High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joliet Central High School?
Joliet Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joliet Central High School offer ?
Joliet Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joliet Central High School part of?
Joliet Central High School is part of Joliet TWP HSD 204 School District.
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