Serving 84 students in grades 9-12, Bement High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bement High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bement High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 13% 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
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bement High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bement High School is 0.22, 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
#1646 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bement High School's ranking?
Bement High School is ranked #1646 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bement High School?
The graduation rate of Bement High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bement High School?
84 students attend Bement High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bement High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bement High School?
Bement High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bement High School offer ?
Bement High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bement High School part of?
Bement High School is part of Bement CUSD 5 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Student Attendance
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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