Serving 227 students in grades 9-12, Trico Senior 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trico Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Trico Senior High School's student population of 227 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Trico Senior 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 Trico Senior High School is 0.26, 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
#2011 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trico Senior High School's ranking?
Trico Senior High School is ranked #2011 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Trico Senior High School often compared to?
Trico Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphysboro High School, Steeleville 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trico Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Trico Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Trico Senior High School?
227 students attend Trico Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Trico Senior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trico Senior High School?
Trico Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trico Senior High School offer ?
Trico Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trico Senior High School part of?
Trico Senior High School is part of Trico CUSD 176 School District.
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