Serving 84 students in grades 9-12, Egyptian 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Egyptian Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tamms, IL, covering an area of approximately 121.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and extending up to 9.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Egyptian Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Egyptian Sr High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
84 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Egyptian 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 Egyptian Sr High School is 0.33, 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
#1921 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
23%
3%
Showing 2003–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Egyptian Sr High School's ranking?
Egyptian Sr High School is ranked #1921 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Egyptian Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Egyptian Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Egyptian Sr High School?
84 students attend Egyptian Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Egyptian Sr High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Egyptian Sr High School?
Egyptian Sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Egyptian Sr High School offer ?
Egyptian Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Egyptian Sr High School part of?
Egyptian Sr High School is part of Egyptian CUSD 5 School District.
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