Serving 273 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pecatonica High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecatonica High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #585 out of 3,663 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pecatonica High School?
The graduation rate of Pecatonica High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pecatonica High School?
273 students attend Pecatonica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pecatonica High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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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