Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Valmeyer 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 ≤20% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valmeyer High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 135.9 square miles around Valmeyer, IL. Families typically reside within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valmeyer High School's student population of 106 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valmeyer 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 Valmeyer High School is 0.10, 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
#1932 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valmeyer High School's ranking?
Valmeyer High School is ranked #1932 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Valmeyer High School often compared to?
Valmeyer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Waterloo 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valmeyer High School?
The graduation rate of Valmeyer High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Valmeyer High School?
106 students attend Valmeyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Valmeyer High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valmeyer High School?
Valmeyer High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valmeyer High School offer ?
Valmeyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valmeyer High School part of?
Valmeyer High School is part of Valmeyer CUSD 3 School District.
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