Serving 1,685 students in grades 9-12, Richwoods 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richwoods High School serves the northern part of Peoria, IL, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest boundary being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richwoods High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Richwoods High School's student population of 1,685 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Richwoods 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 Richwoods High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1543 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richwoods High School's ranking?
Richwoods High School is ranked #1543 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richwoods High School often compared to?
Richwoods High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria High School, Manual High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richwoods High School?
The graduation rate of Richwoods High School is 86%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Richwoods High School?
1,685 students attend Richwoods High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Richwoods High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richwoods High School?
Richwoods High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richwoods High School offer ?
Richwoods High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richwoods High School part of?
Richwoods High School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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