East Dubuque High School and jr high, or EDHS / js, is a public four-year high school located at 200 Parklane Drive in East Dubuque, Illinois, a small city in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States. EDHS serves the community and surrounding area of East Dubuque.
Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, East Dubuque 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Dubuque High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Dubuque High School's student population of 181 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Rankings
East Dubuque 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 East Dubuque High School is 0.24, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors 100pxeast Dubuque High School Mascot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Dubuque High School's ranking?
East Dubuque High School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Dubuque High School often compared to?
East Dubuque High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Dubuque High School?
The graduation rate of East Dubuque High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Dubuque High School?
181 students attend East Dubuque High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Dubuque High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Dubuque High School?
East Dubuque High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Dubuque High School offer ?
East Dubuque High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Dubuque High School part of?
East Dubuque High School is part of East Dubuque USD 119 School District.
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