Serving 299 students in grades 7-12, Arcola 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arcola High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Arcola, IL, encompassing approximately 113.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcola High School's student population of 299 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Purple Riders
School Rankings
Arcola High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Purple Riders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcola High School's ranking?
Arcola High School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Arcola High School often compared to?
Arcola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Grade School, Arcola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcola High School?
The graduation rate of Arcola High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Arcola High School?
299 students attend Arcola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Arcola High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcola High School?
Arcola High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arcola High School offer ?
Arcola High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Arcola High School part of?
Arcola High School is part of Arcola CUSD 306 School District.
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