Serving 117 students in grades 9-12, Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis 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 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis's student population of 117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis 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 Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. 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
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
99%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis's ranking?
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis often compared to?
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louisis often viewed alongside schools like Cahokia High School by visitors of our site.
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 Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis?
The graduation rate of Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis?
117 students attend Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis?
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis offer ?
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis part of?
Siu Charter Sch Of East St Louis is part of East St Louis SD 189 School District.
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