Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Waltonville High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waltonville High School serves the entire Waltonville, IL district, encompassing an area of approximately 107.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waltonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waltonville High School's student population of 98 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waltonville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltonville High School is 0.06, 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
#1679 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waltonville High School's ranking?
Waltonville High School is ranked #1679 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Waltonville High School often compared to?
Waltonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Education Center, Mount Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waltonville High School?
The graduation rate of Waltonville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Waltonville High School?
98 students attend Waltonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Waltonville High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waltonville High School?
Waltonville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waltonville High School offer ?
Waltonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waltonville High School part of?
Waltonville High School is part of Waltonville CUSD 1 School District.
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