Serving 513 students in grades 9-12, Eureka High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eureka High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Eureka, IL, covering approximately 113.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum extent of 11.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Eureka High School's student population of 513 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eureka High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka High School is 0.13, 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
#661 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka High School's ranking?
Eureka High School is ranked #661 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eureka High School often compared to?
Eureka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metamora High School, Lexington High School, Dee-mack High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eureka High School?
The graduation rate of Eureka High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Eureka High School?
513 students attend Eureka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Eureka High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka High School?
Eureka High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eureka High School offer ?
Eureka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eureka High School part of?
Eureka High School is part of Eureka Cud 140 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
As an alum who visits the facility periodically at class reunions (Class of 1969), it is my impression that the condition of the facility, the caliber of the faculty/staff/programs, and the accomplishments of the student body have significantly improved over the past 40+ years. The leadership of District 140 has long been been fiscally responsible, and parents have the good fortune to know that their children are given abundant, appropriate, and safe opportunities to learn and to grow. P.S. No one associated with Distric 140 paid or coerced or otherwise influenced me to offer these candid and heartfelt remarks.
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