Bloomington High School is a public secondary school in Bloomington, Illinois, and is part of Bloomington School District 87.
Serving 1,369 students in grades 9-12, Bloomington 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bloomington High School serves the entire district of Bloomington, IL, encompassing an area of 11.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bloomington High School's student population of 1,369 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
14 students
School Rankings
Bloomington 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 Bloomington High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bloomington High School's ranking?
Bloomington High School is ranked #2407 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bloomington High School often compared to?
Bloomington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Normal Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bloomington High School?
The graduation rate of Bloomington High School is 79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bloomington High School?
1,369 students attend Bloomington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bloomington High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bloomington High School?
Bloomington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bloomington High School offer ?
Bloomington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bloomington High School part of?
Bloomington High School is part of Bloomington SD 87 School District.
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