Serving 293 students in grades 9-12, Dee-mack 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dee-Mack High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mackinaw, IL, covering approximately 75.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dee-mack High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dee-mack High School's student population of 293 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
293 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dee-mack 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 Dee-mack 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
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Dee-mack High School's ranking?
Dee-mack High School is ranked #1429 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dee-mack High School often compared to?
Dee-mack High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eureka High School, Tremont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dee-mack High School?
The graduation rate of Dee-mack High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Dee-mack High School?
293 students attend Dee-mack High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dee-mack High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dee-mack High School?
Dee-mack High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dee-mack High School offer ?
Dee-mack High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dee-mack High School part of?
Dee-mack High School is part of Deer Creek-Mackinaw CUSD 701 School District.
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