Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Mahomet-seymour High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahomet-seymour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mahomet-seymour High School's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahomet-seymour High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahomet-seymour High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahomet-seymour High School's ranking?
Mahomet-seymour High School is ranked #207 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mahomet-seymour High School often compared to?
Mahomet-seymour High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahomet-seymour High School?
The graduation rate of Mahomet-seymour High School is 91%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mahomet-seymour High School?
1,028 students attend Mahomet-seymour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mahomet-seymour High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahomet-seymour High School?
Mahomet-seymour High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahomet-seymour High School offer ?
Mahomet-seymour High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mahomet-seymour High School part of?
Mahomet-seymour High School is part of Mahomet-Seymour CUSD 3 School District.
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