Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Watseka Comm High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than 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 21% 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: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Watseka Comm High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Watseka, IL, covering approximately 84.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watseka Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Watseka Comm High School's student population of 294 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Watseka Comm 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 Watseka Comm High School is 0.36, 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
#1763 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watseka Comm High School's ranking?
Watseka Comm High School is ranked #1763 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Watseka Comm High School often compared to?
Watseka Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watseka Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Watseka Comm High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Watseka Comm High School?
294 students attend Watseka Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Watseka Comm High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watseka Comm High School?
Watseka Comm High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watseka Comm High School offer ?
Watseka Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Watseka Comm High School part of?
Watseka Comm High School is part of Iroquois County CUSD 9 School District.
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