Serving 512 students in grades 9-12, Massac County High School ranks in the top 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Massac County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving an area of approximately 189 square miles in Metropolis, IL. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massac County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Massac County High School's student population of 512 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Massac County 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 Massac County High School is 0.38, 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
#1462 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)31.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Massac County High School's ranking?
Massac County High School is ranked #1462 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massac County High School?
The graduation rate of Massac County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Massac County High School?
512 students attend Massac County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Massac County High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massac County High School?
Massac County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Massac County High School offer ?
Massac County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Massac County High School part of?
Massac County High School is part of Massac Ud 1 School District.
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