Hamilton County Jr/sr High School

1 Fox Ln
Mc Leansboro, IL 62859
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 472 students in grades 7-12, Hamilton County Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 472 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hamilton County Jr/sr High School's student population of 472 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Hamilton County Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1383 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(20-21)
17%
28%
38%
30%
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamilton County Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is ranked #1383 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hamilton County Jr/sr High School?
472 students attend Hamilton County Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School?
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton County Jr/sr High School offer ?
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Hamilton County Jr/sr High School part of?
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is part of Hamilton Co CUSD 10 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 472 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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