Serving 196 students in grades 9-12, Christopher 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christopher High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Christopher High School's student population of 196 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Christopher High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christopher High School is 0.15, 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
#2606 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher High School's ranking?
Christopher High School is ranked #2606 out of 3,426 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 Christopher High School?
The graduation rate of Christopher High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Christopher High School?
196 students attend Christopher High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Christopher High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christopher High School?
Christopher High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christopher High School offer ?
Christopher High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Christopher High School part of?
Christopher High School is part of Christopher USD 99 School District.
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