Winchester High School, or WHS, is a public four-year high school located at 200 West Cross Street in Winchester, Illinois, the county seat of Scott County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States. WHS serves the communities and surrounding areas of Winchester, Alsey, and Manchester.
Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Winchester 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 11-19% (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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winchester High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 170.9 square miles in Winchester, IL. The area is characterized by a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winchester High School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winchester 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 Winchester High School is 0.04, 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
#2535 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
White
98%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winchester High School's ranking?
Winchester High School is ranked #2535 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Winchester High School often compared to?
Winchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 Winchester High School?
The graduation rate of Winchester High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Winchester High School?
166 students attend Winchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Winchester High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winchester High School?
Winchester High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winchester High School offer ?
Winchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winchester High School part of?
Winchester High School is part of Winchester CUSD 1 School District.
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