Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Delavan 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 11-19% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Delavan High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 64.8 square miles in Delavan, IL. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delavan High School's student population of 129 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delavan 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 Delavan 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
#2364 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delavan High School's ranking?
Delavan High School is ranked #2364 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?
11-19% 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 Delavan High School?
The graduation rate of Delavan High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Delavan High School?
129 students attend Delavan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Delavan High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delavan High School?
Delavan High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delavan High School offer ?
Delavan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Delavan High School part of?
Delavan High School is part of Delavan CUSD 703 School District.
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