Serving 85 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 9:1 is lower 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Hartsburg-Emden Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hartsburg, IL, covering an area of approximately 72.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School's student population of 85 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
85 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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 87.6%.
How many students attend Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School?
85 students attend Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hartsburg-emden Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% 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 9:1, 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 CUSD 21 School District.
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