Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, South Central 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 4% 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: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Farina, IL, covering approximately 218.2 square miles. The average drive to the school from the zone's edges takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest point being 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Central High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Central 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 South Central High School is 0.08, 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
#2757 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
20%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central High School's ranking?
South Central High School is ranked #2757 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Central High School often compared to?
South Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central High School?
The graduation rate of South Central High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend South Central High School?
183 students attend South Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central High School?
South Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Central High School offer ?
South Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Central High School part of?
South Central High School is part of South Central Cud 401 School District.
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