Serving 124 students in grades 9-12, Sandoval Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandoval Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Sandoval, IL, encompassing approximately 50.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandoval Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sandoval Sr High School's student population of 124 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandoval Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandoval Sr High School is 0.24, 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
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blackhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandoval Sr High School's ranking?
Sandoval Sr High School is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandoval Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Sandoval Sr High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Sandoval Sr High School?
124 students attend Sandoval Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sandoval Sr High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandoval Sr High School?
Sandoval Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandoval Sr High School offer ?
Sandoval Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sandoval Sr High School part of?
Sandoval Sr High School is part of Sandoval CUSD 501 School District.
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