Illini West High School is a public high school in Carthage, Illinois, United States. IWHS serves a mostly rural area that includes most of northeastern Hancock County and extends into parts of Henderson and McDonough Counties, covering the cities of Carthage, Dallas City, and La Harpe, and the village of Ferris.
Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Illini West 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Illini West High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Carthage, IL, covering approximately 372 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 21.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illini West High School's student population of 349 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Illini West 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 Illini West High School is 0.15, 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
#2315 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)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Mascot
The Chargers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illini West High School's ranking?
Illini West High School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Illini West High School?
The graduation rate of Illini West High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Illini West High School?
349 students attend Illini West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Illini West High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illini West High School?
Illini West High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illini West High School offer ?
Illini West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Illini West High School part of?
Illini West High School is part of Illini West H S Dist 307 School District.
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