Serving 228 students in grades 6-12, Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cerro Gordo Jr and Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 101.1 square miles in and around Cerro Gordo, IL. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 5.3 miles and the furthest edge located 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr 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
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School's student population of 228 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
THINK LIKE A BRONCO! IS IT TRUE? IS IT HELPFUL? IS IT IMPORTANT? IS IT NECESSARY? IS IT KIND?
School Rankings
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr 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 Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is 0.17, 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
#1070 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School's ranking?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is ranked #1070 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School often compared to?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello High School, Bement High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
228 students attend Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School offer ?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School part of?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is part of Cerro Gordo CUSD 100 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
No School Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School Spring Break
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School Spring Break
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
No School Spring Break
April 02, 2027 (Friday)
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