Serving 67 students in grades 9-12, Scales Mound 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scales Mound High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Scales Mound, IL, encompassing approximately 71.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge being about 5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scales Mound High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scales Mound High School's student population of 67 students has declined by 18% 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
67 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound High School is 0.19, 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
#927 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scales Mound High School's ranking?
Scales Mound High School is ranked #927 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Scales Mound High School often compared to?
Scales Mound High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galena High School, River Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scales Mound High School?
The graduation rate of Scales Mound High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Scales Mound High School?
67 students attend Scales Mound High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Scales Mound High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scales Mound High School?
Scales Mound High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scales Mound High School offer ?
Scales Mound High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Scales Mound High School part of?
Scales Mound High School is part of Scales Mound CUSD 211 School District.
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