Serving 436 students in grades 6-12, Forreston Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forreston Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Forreston Jr/sr High School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forreston Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forreston Jr/sr High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forreston Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is ranked #1066 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School?
436 students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Forreston Jr/sr High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
Forreston Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forreston Jr/sr High School offer ?
Forreston Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Forreston Jr/sr High School part of?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is part of Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School and Early Dismissal
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
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