Serving 72 students in grades 9-12, Donovan 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donovan Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Donovan, IL, covering approximately 130 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donovan Sr High School's student population of 72 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
72 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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School Rankings
Donovan 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 Donovan Sr High School is 0.26, 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%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
3%
16%
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White
86%
45%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
60-79%
87.6%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donovan Sr High School's ranking?
Donovan 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 Donovan Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Donovan Sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Donovan Sr High School?
72 students attend Donovan Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Donovan Sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donovan Sr High School?
Donovan Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donovan Sr High School offer ?
Donovan Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Donovan Sr High School part of?
Donovan Sr High School is part of Donovan CUSD 3 School District.
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