Serving 175 students in grades 9-12, Sesser-valier 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sesser-Valier High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 57 square miles around Sesser, IL. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sesser-valier High School's student population of 175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sesser-valier 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 Sesser-valier High School is 0.15, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
White
92%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sesser-valier High School's ranking?
Sesser-valier High School is ranked #2146 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sesser-valier High School?
The graduation rate of Sesser-valier High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Sesser-valier High School?
175 students attend Sesser-valier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sesser-valier High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sesser-valier High School?
Sesser-valier High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sesser-valier High School offer ?
Sesser-valier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sesser-valier High School part of?
Sesser-valier High School is part of Sesser-Valier CUSD 196 School District.
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