Erie High School, or EHS, is a public four-year high school located at 435 6th Avenue in Erie, Illinois, a village of Whiteside County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States.
Serving 192 students in grades 9-12, Erie 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Erie High School's student population of 192 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Erie 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 Erie High School is 0.15, 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
#1347 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erie High School's ranking?
Erie High School is ranked #1347 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Erie High School often compared to?
Erie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrison High School, Prophetstown 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Erie High School?
The graduation rate of Erie High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Erie High School?
192 students attend Erie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Erie High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erie High School?
Erie High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erie High School offer ?
Erie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Erie High School part of?
Erie High School is part of Erie CUSD 1 School District.
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