Serving 273 students in grades 7-12, Dieterich Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dieterich Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dieterich, IL, encompassing approximately 106.3 square miles. The area is typically a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 13.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dieterich Jr/sr High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dieterich Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dieterich Jr/sr 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
#1002 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dieterich Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School is ranked #1002 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dieterich Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Dieterich Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Effingham High School, Teutopolis 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Dieterich Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
273 students attend Dieterich Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dieterich Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dieterich Jr/sr High School?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dieterich Jr/sr High School offer ?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dieterich Jr/sr High School part of?
Dieterich Jr/sr High School is part of Dieterich CUSD 30 School District.
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