Richmond-Burton Community High School is a four-year public high school located in Richmond, Illinois, United States. One middle school feeds into the high school.
Serving 521 students in grades 9-12, Richmond-burton High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richmond-Burton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richmond, IL, covering approximately 43.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond-burton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richmond-burton High School's student population of 521 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Rocket!
School Rankings
Richmond-burton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond-burton High School is 0.27, 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
#795 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rocket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond-burton High School's ranking?
Richmond-burton High School is ranked #795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richmond-burton High School often compared to?
Richmond-burton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsburg High School, Nippersink Middle 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond-burton High School?
The graduation rate of Richmond-burton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Richmond-burton High School?
521 students attend Richmond-burton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Richmond-burton High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond-burton High School?
Richmond-burton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond-burton High School offer ?
Richmond-burton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richmond-burton High School part of?
Richmond-burton High School is part of Richmond-Burton CHSD 157 School District.
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