Serving 136 students in grades 6-12, South Fork Jr Sr 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fork Jr Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Fork Jr Sr High School's student population of 136 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
South Fork Jr Sr 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 Fork Jr Sr High School is 0.22, 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
#3040 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fork Jr Sr High School's ranking?
South Fork Jr Sr High School is ranked #3040 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Fork Jr Sr High School often compared to?
South Fork Jr Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrisonville High School, Edinburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fork Jr Sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Fork Jr Sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Fork Jr Sr High School?
136 students attend South Fork Jr Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Fork Jr Sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fork Jr Sr High School?
South Fork Jr Sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fork Jr Sr High School offer ?
South Fork Jr Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is South Fork Jr Sr High School part of?
South Fork Jr Sr High School is part of South Fork SD 14 School District.
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