Bloom High School serves 1,676 students in grades 9-12.
Bloom High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,676 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bloom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bloom High School's student population of 1,676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bloom High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Bloom High School is 0.56, 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
#3297 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
55%
27%
Black
38%
17%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bloom High School's ranking?
Bloom High School is ranked #3297 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bloom High School?
The graduation rate of Bloom High School is 86%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bloom High School?
1,676 students attend Bloom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bloom High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Bloom High School offer ?
Bloom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bloom High School part of?
Bloom High School is part of Bloom Township High School District 206.
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