Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Iroquois 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 6-9% (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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iroquois West High School's attendance zone is located in Gilman, IL, covering approximately 183.4 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 12.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iroquois West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Iroquois West High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iroquois 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 Iroquois West High School is 0.52, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iroquois West High School's ranking?
Iroquois West High School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Iroquois West High School often compared to?
Iroquois West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watseka Comm High School, Tri-point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Iroquois West High School?
The graduation rate of Iroquois West High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Iroquois West High School?
284 students attend Iroquois West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Iroquois West High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iroquois West High School?
Iroquois West High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iroquois West High School offer ?
Iroquois West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Iroquois West High School part of?
Iroquois West High School is part of Iroquois West CUSD 10 School District.
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