Serving 212 students in grades 9-12, West Central High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤10% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Biggsville, IL, covering approximately 314.4 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central High School's student population of 212 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
West Central 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 West Central High School is 0.15, 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
#2757 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
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)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-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 West Central High School's ranking?
West Central High School is ranked #2757 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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 West Central High School?
The graduation rate of West Central High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend West Central High School?
212 students attend West Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central High School?
West Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central High School offer ?
West Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Central High School part of?
West Central High School is part of West Central CUSD 235 School District.
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