Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Unity High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% 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: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Unity High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Mendon, IL, encompassing approximately 226.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Unity High School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unity 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 Unity High School is 0.13, 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
#2132 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
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)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity High School's ranking?
Unity High School is ranked #2132 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Unity High School often compared to?
Unity High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quincy Sr High School, Central High School, Seymour High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 Unity High School?
The graduation rate of Unity High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Unity High School?
176 students attend Unity High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Unity High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unity High School?
Unity High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Unity High School offer ?
Unity High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Unity High School part of?
Unity High School is part of CUSD 4 School District.
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