Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Putnam County 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Putnam County High School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Putnam County 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 Putnam County 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
#1295 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam County High School's ranking?
Putnam County High School is ranked #1295 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam County High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Putnam County High School?
267 students attend Putnam County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Putnam County High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam County High School?
Putnam County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Putnam County High School offer ?
Putnam County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Putnam County High School part of?
Putnam County High School is part of Putnam County CUSD 535 School District.
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