Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Woodlawn 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodlawn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Woodlawn High School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2400 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Woodlawn High School's ranking?
Woodlawn High School is ranked #2400 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodlawn High School?
The graduation rate of Woodlawn High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Woodlawn High School?
176 students attend Woodlawn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Woodlawn High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlawn High School?
Woodlawn High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodlawn High School offer ?
Woodlawn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Woodlawn High School part of?
Woodlawn High School is part of Woodlawn Unit School District 209.
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