Serving 93 students in grades 9-12, Chrisman 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chrisman High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chrisman, IL, covering approximately 125.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chrisman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chrisman High School's student population of 93 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
93 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower all students to succeed in a changing world.
School Rankings
Chrisman 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 Chrisman High School is 0.08, 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
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chrisman High School's ranking?
Chrisman High School is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chrisman High School?
The graduation rate of Chrisman High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Chrisman High School?
93 students attend Chrisman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chrisman High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chrisman High School?
Chrisman High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chrisman High School offer ?
Chrisman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chrisman High School part of?
Chrisman High School is part of Edgar County Cud 6 School District.
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