Serving 565 students in grades 9-12, Murphysboro 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 13:1 is equal to 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murphysboro High School's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 157.7 square miles in Murphysboro, IL. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murphysboro High School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering learners to achieve their dreams.
School Rankings
Murphysboro 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 Murphysboro 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
70%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphysboro High School's ranking?
Murphysboro High School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Murphysboro High School often compared to?
Murphysboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carbondale Comm High School, Trico Senior High School 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murphysboro High School?
The graduation rate of Murphysboro High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Murphysboro High School?
565 students attend Murphysboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Murphysboro High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murphysboro High School?
Murphysboro High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murphysboro High School offer ?
Murphysboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murphysboro High School part of?
Murphysboro High School is part of Murphysboro CUSD 186 School District.
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