Pecatonica High School, affectionately known as "Pec", is located in the town of Pecatonica, Illinois. The campus is located 15 miles west of Rockford and 15 miles east of Freeport. It is located just one mile north of U.S. Route 20, a major East-West highway connected to Interstate 90.
Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Pecatonica High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecatonica High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 75.5 square miles in Pecatonica, IL. This area typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica High School's student population of 313 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pecatonica High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecatonica High School is 0.21, 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
#439 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica High School's ranking?
Pecatonica High School is ranked #439 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pecatonica High School often compared to?
Pecatonica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winnebago High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pecatonica High School?
The graduation rate of Pecatonica High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Pecatonica High School?
313 students attend Pecatonica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pecatonica High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecatonica High School?
Pecatonica High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica High School offer ?
Pecatonica High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pecatonica High School part of?
Pecatonica High School is part of Pecatonica CUSD 321 School District.
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