Lebanon High School is the public high school of Lebanon Community Unit School District 9 in Lebanon, Illinois.
Serving 236 students in grades 6-12, Lebanon High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lebanon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Lebanon High School's student population of 236 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Excellence in Education Everyday'
School Rankings
Lebanon 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 Lebanon High School is 0.48, 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
#1734 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhounds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lebanon High School's ranking?
Lebanon High School is ranked #1734 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lebanon High School often compared to?
Lebanon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mascoutah High School, O Fallon High School, Belleville High School-east 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lebanon High School?
The graduation rate of Lebanon High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lebanon High School?
236 students attend Lebanon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lebanon High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lebanon High School?
Lebanon High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lebanon High School offer ?
Lebanon High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Lebanon High School part of?
Lebanon High School is part of Lebanon CUSD 9 School District.
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