Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Edwards County 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Edwards County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Albion, IL, encompassing approximately 227.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edwards County High School's student population of 223 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Fighting Lions
School Rankings
Edwards County 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 Edwards County High School is 0.12, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
White
94%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwards County High School's ranking?
Edwards County High School is ranked #2146 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edwards County High School?
The graduation rate of Edwards County High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Edwards County High School?
223 students attend Edwards County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Edwards County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwards County High School?
Edwards County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edwards County High School offer ?
Edwards County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edwards County High School part of?
Edwards County High School is part of Edwards County CUSD 1 School District.
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