Serving 2,687 students in grades 9-12, Rich Township 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 99% 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: 2,687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rich Township High School's student population of 2,687 students has grown by 154% over five school years.
The teacher population of 187 teachers has grown by 146% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
187 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rich Township 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 Rich Township High School is 0.29, 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
#3140 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
84%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Rich Township High School's ranking?
Rich Township High School is ranked #3140 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rich Township High School often compared to?
Rich Township High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southland College Prep Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rich Township High School?
The graduation rate of Rich Township High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rich Township High School?
2,687 students attend Rich Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rich Township High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rich Township High School?
Rich Township High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rich Township High School offer ?
Rich Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rich Township High School part of?
Rich Township High School is part of Rich TWP HSD 227 School District.
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