Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Cissna Park Sr 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 8:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cissna Park Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 86.8 square miles in Cissna Park, IL. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cissna Park Sr High School's student population of 98 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
98 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cissna Park Sr 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 Cissna Park 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
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats & Timberwolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cissna Park Sr High School's ranking?
Cissna Park Sr 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 Cissna Park Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Cissna Park Sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Cissna Park Sr High School?
98 students attend Cissna Park Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cissna Park Sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cissna Park Sr High School?
Cissna Park Sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cissna Park Sr High School offer ?
Cissna Park Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cissna Park Sr High School part of?
Cissna Park Sr High School is part of Cissna Park CUSD 6 School District.
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