Serving 480 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton County Jr/Sr High School serves the entire district of Mc Leansboro, IL, covering approximately 363.5 square miles. The school is accessible to all areas within the zone, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 11.1 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is 0.08, 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
#1413 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton County Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School is ranked #1413 out of 3,542 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hamilton County Jr/sr High School?
480 students attend Hamilton County Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hamilton County Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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