Serving 145 students in grades 6-12, Virginia Jr/ Sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School's student population of 145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Jr/ Sr High School is 0.22, 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
#892 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Virginia Jr/ Sr High School's ranking?
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School is ranked #892 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virginia Jr/ Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Virginia Jr/ Sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Virginia Jr/ Sr High School?
145 students attend Virginia Jr/ Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Virginia Jr/ Sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Jr/ Sr High School?
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Virginia Jr/ Sr High School offer ?
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Virginia Jr/ Sr High School part of?
Virginia Jr/ Sr High School is part of Virginia CUSD 64 School District.
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