Serving 2,044 students in grades 9-12, Alton High School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,044 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton High School's student population of 2,044 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,044 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alton 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 Alton High School is 0.59, 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
#1855 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
28%
17%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)81%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
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 Alton High School's ranking?
Alton High School is ranked #1855 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alton High School often compared to?
Alton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Civic Memorial High School, Edwardsville High School by visitors of our site.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alton High School?
The graduation rate of Alton High School is 81%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alton High School?
2,044 students attend Alton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Alton High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton High School?
Alton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alton High School offer ?
Alton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alton High School part of?
Alton High School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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