Serving 898 students in grades 9-12, Limestone Community 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Limestone Community High School's attendance zone covers the entire Peoria, IL school district, encompassing approximately 50.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Limestone Community High School's student population of 898 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
898 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limestone Community 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 Limestone Community High School is 0.46, 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
#2233 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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
77%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Limestone Community High School's ranking?
Limestone Community High School is ranked #2233 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Limestone Community High School often compared to?
Limestone Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richwoods High School, Woodruff Career & Tech Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Limestone Community High School?
The graduation rate of Limestone Community High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Limestone Community High School?
898 students attend Limestone Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Limestone Community High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limestone Community High School?
Limestone Community High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limestone Community High School offer ?
Limestone Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Limestone Community High School part of?
Limestone Community High School is part of Limestone CHSD 310 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teaching is absolutely amazing and i will always be thankful for the blessings i was given there.
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