Serving 88 students in grades 6-12, Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School's student population of 88 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hartsburg-emden 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 Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School is ranked #1693 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School?
88 students attend Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School?
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School offer ?
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School part of?
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School is part of Hartsburg Emden Community Unit School District 21.
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