Serving 51 students in grades 9-12, Bluffs High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluffs High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bluffs, IL, covering approximately 76.9 square miles. Typically, students can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluffs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bluffs High School's student population of 51 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bluffs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffs High School is 0.04, 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
#1177 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
98%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffs High School's ranking?
Bluffs High School is ranked #1177 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bluffs High School often compared to?
Bluffs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffs Elementary School, Crab Orchard High School, Winchester 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 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluffs High School?
The graduation rate of Bluffs High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Bluffs High School?
51 students attend Bluffs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bluffs High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluffs High School?
Bluffs High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluffs High School offer ?
Bluffs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bluffs High School part of?
Bluffs High School is part of Scott-Morgan CUSD 2 School District.
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