Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Shawnee High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shawnee High School's student population of 69 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shawnee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2051 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
96%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
39%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee High School's ranking?
Shawnee High School is ranked #2051 out of 3,663 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 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shawnee High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shawnee High School?
69 students attend Shawnee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shawnee High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shawnee High School?
Shawnee High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shawnee High School offer ?
Shawnee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shawnee High School part of?
Shawnee High School is part of Shawnee CUSD 84 School District.
School Reviews
3 9/3/2020
I attended Shawnee for 3 years. 8th, 9th, & 10th grades. (late 50s) I really liked Shawnee the three years I was there. I met some friends there I will never forget. I played football, basketball, & baseball. This was a special school. Thanks for the memories. Sincerely Dave Hawkins.
5 10/22/2006
I know a lot of people at this school and i think it's a great place to raise kids. The school is doing a great job. And i wish so i bad that I could of gone here. I think that the academic is great and people are very smart here. Keep up the Good Work!
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