Carrollton High School is the high school for the Carrollton Community Unit School District #1, located in Carrollton, Illinois.
Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, Carrollton 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrollton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrollton High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Carrollton 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 Carrollton High School is 0.12, 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
#2535 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrollton High School's ranking?
Carrollton High School is ranked #2535 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carrollton High School often compared to?
Carrollton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Greene Jr/sr High School, Greenfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carrollton High School?
The graduation rate of Carrollton High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carrollton High School?
186 students attend Carrollton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carrollton High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrollton High School?
Carrollton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrollton High School offer ?
Carrollton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carrollton High School part of?
Carrollton High School is part of Carrollton CUSD 1 School District.
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