Serving 181 students in grades 6-12, Ramsey 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramsey High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ramsey, IL, encompassing approximately 141.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ramsey High School's student population of 181 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
181 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
TODAY WE LEARN, TOMORROW WE LEAD
School Rankings
Ramsey 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 Ramsey 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. 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 Ramsey High School's ranking?
Ramsey High School is ranked #1255 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?
25-29% 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 Ramsey High School?
The graduation rate of Ramsey High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Ramsey High School?
181 students attend Ramsey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ramsey High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramsey High School?
Ramsey High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramsey High School offer ?
Ramsey High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Ramsey High School part of?
Ramsey High School is part of Ramsey CUSD 204 School District.
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