East Peoria Community High School is a four-year public high school located in East Peoria, Illinois, and is the only school of East Peoria Community High School District 309. As of 2024, the school has 829 students enrolled.
Serving 870 students in grades 9-12, East Peoria 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Peoria High School's student population of 870 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenge. Provide. Empower. Proud to be EP.
School Rankings
East Peoria 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 East Peoria High School is 0.32, 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
#2311 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Peoria High School's ranking?
East Peoria High School is ranked #2311 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Peoria High School often compared to?
East Peoria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton High School, Pekin Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Peoria High School?
The graduation rate of East Peoria High School is 83%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Peoria High School?
870 students attend East Peoria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Peoria High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Peoria High School?
East Peoria High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Peoria High School offer ?
East Peoria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Peoria High School part of?
East Peoria High School is part of East Peoria CHSD 309 School District.
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