Serving 211 students in grades 6-12, Hiawatha Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hiawatha High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kirkland, IL, encompassing approximately 77.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone is around 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School's student population of 211 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Hiawatha CUSD #426 is to empower all students to become productive, responsible, caring citizens and independent life long learners through a quality education within a safe and respectful environment.
School Rankings
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Jr/sr High School is 0.36, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Hiawatha Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hiawatha Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Hiawatha Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genoa-kingston High School, Genoa-kingston Middle School, Dekalb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hiawatha Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Hiawatha Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Hiawatha Jr/sr High School?
211 students attend Hiawatha Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hiawatha Jr/sr High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Jr/sr High School?
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Jr/sr High School offer ?
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hiawatha Jr/sr High School part of?
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School is part of Hiawatha CUSD 426 School District.
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