Serving 72 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 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 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shawnee High School serves the entire Wolf Lake, IL district, encompassing an area of approximately 210.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawnee High School's student population of 72 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our vision is to ensure that all students acquire and use knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to become productive and successful members of society.
School Rankings
Shawnee 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 Shawnee High School is 0.10, 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)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #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 Shawnee High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shawnee High School?
72 students attend Shawnee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Shawnee High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee High School?
Shawnee High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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
5 10/10/2025
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!
3 10/10/2025
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.
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