Serving 249 students in grades 7-12, Marissa Jr & Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marissa Jr & Sr High School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Marissa Jr & Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marissa Jr & Sr High School is 0.24, 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
#1876 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marissa Jr & Sr High School's ranking?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School is ranked #1876 out of 3,426 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marissa Jr & Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Marissa Jr & Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marissa Jr & Sr High School?
249 students attend Marissa Jr & Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marissa Jr & Sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marissa Jr & Sr High School?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marissa Jr & Sr High School offer ?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marissa Jr & Sr High School part of?
Marissa Jr & Sr High School is part of Marissa CUSD 40 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance (School Calendar)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break (School Calendar)
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break (School Calendar)
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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