Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, North Mac 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Mac High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Virden, IL, covering approximately 149.8 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mac High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Mac High School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Mac 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 North Mac High School is 0.12, 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Mac High School's ranking?
North Mac High School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Mac High School often compared to?
North Mac High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Mac Elementary 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Mac High School?
The graduation rate of North Mac High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend North Mac High School?
361 students attend North Mac High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Mac High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Mac High School?
North Mac High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Mac High School offer ?
North Mac High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Mac High School part of?
North Mac High School is part of North Mac CUSD 34 School District.
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