Illinois Valley Central High School is a public four-year high school located at 1300 West Sycamore Street in Chillicothe, Illinois, a city in Peoria County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States. IVCHS serves the communities of Chillicothe, Dunlap, Edelstein, Mossville, Peoria, and Rome.
Serving 663 students in grades 9-12, Il Valley Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Il Valley Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Il Valley Central High School's student population of 663 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Mascot
The Grey Ghost
School Rankings
Il Valley Central 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 Il Valley Central High School is 0.19, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Grey Ghost
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Il Valley Central High School's ranking?
Il Valley Central High School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Il Valley Central High School often compared to?
Il Valley Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria Heights High School, Crab Orchard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Il Valley Central High School?
The graduation rate of Il Valley Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Il Valley Central High School?
663 students attend Il Valley Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Il Valley Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Il Valley Central High School?
Il Valley Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Il Valley Central High School offer ?
Il Valley Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Il Valley Central High School part of?
Il Valley Central High School is part of Illinois Valley Central Unified School District 321.
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