Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Peoria 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peoria High School's student population of 1,518 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peoria 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 Peoria High School is 0.55, 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
#3611 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
64%
17%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)68%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
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 Peoria High School's ranking?
Peoria High School is ranked #3611 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Peoria High School often compared to?
Peoria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manual High School, Richwoods High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peoria High School?
The graduation rate of Peoria High School is 68%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Peoria High School?
1,518 students attend Peoria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Peoria High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peoria High School?
Peoria High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peoria High School offer ?
Peoria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peoria High School part of?
Peoria High School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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