Serving 909 students in grades 9-12, Eisenhower 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eisenhower High School serves the eastern part of Decatur, IL, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of around 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eisenhower High School's student population of 909 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
909 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eisenhower 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 Eisenhower High School is 0.65, 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
#3040 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
48%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
67%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eisenhower High School's ranking?
Eisenhower High School is ranked #3040 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eisenhower High School often compared to?
Eisenhower High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eisenhower High School?
The graduation rate of Eisenhower High School is 67%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Eisenhower High School?
909 students attend Eisenhower High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Eisenhower High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eisenhower High School?
Eisenhower High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower High School offer ?
Eisenhower High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eisenhower High School part of?
Eisenhower High School is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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