Serving 1,231 students in grades 9-12, La Salle-peru Twp 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Salle-peru Twp High School's student population of 1,231 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Salle-peru Twp 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 La Salle-peru Twp High School is 0.43, 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
#2046 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Salle-peru Twp High School's ranking?
La Salle-peru Twp High School is ranked #2046 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are La Salle-peru Twp High School often compared to?
La Salle-peru Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ottawa Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Salle-peru Twp High School?
The graduation rate of La Salle-peru Twp High School is 86%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Salle-peru Twp High School?
1,231 students attend La Salle-peru Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of La Salle-peru Twp High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Salle-peru Twp High School?
La Salle-peru Twp High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Salle-peru Twp High School offer ?
La Salle-peru Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Salle-peru Twp High School part of?
La Salle-peru Twp High School is part of La Salle-Peru TWP HSD 120 School District.
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