Galena High School is the public secondary school in Galena, Illinois, and is part of Galena Unit School District 120. As of 2019, GHS has roughly 240 students. Its current building was built in 1957.
Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, Galena High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Galena High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Galena, IL, encompassing approximately 91.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Galena High School's student population of 260 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galena High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena High School is 0.39, 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
#1042 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Petey The Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena High School's ranking?
Galena High School is ranked #1042 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Galena High School often compared to?
Galena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scales Mound High School, East Dubuque High School, River Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Galena High School?
The graduation rate of Galena High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Galena High School?
260 students attend Galena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Galena High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galena High School?
Galena High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galena High School offer ?
Galena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galena High School part of?
Galena High School is part of Galena USD 120 School District.
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