Serving 1,100 students in grades 9-12, Freeport 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Freeport High School's student population of 1,100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freeport High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeport High School is 0.67, 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
#2604 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
23%
17%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
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 Freeport High School's ranking?
Freeport High School is ranked #2604 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeport High School often compared to?
Freeport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota Jr Sr High School, Lena-winslow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freeport High School?
The graduation rate of Freeport High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freeport High School?
1,100 students attend Freeport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Freeport High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freeport High School?
Freeport High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freeport High School offer ?
Freeport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freeport High School part of?
Freeport High School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Senior's Last Day
May 15, 2024 (Wednesday)
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