Serving 707 students in grades 9-12, Freeburg Community High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freeburg Community High School's student population of 707 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freeburg Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeburg Community High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1097 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeburg Community High School's ranking?
Freeburg Community High School is ranked #1097 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeburg Community High School often compared to?
Freeburg Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Athens High School, O Fallon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freeburg Community High School?
The graduation rate of Freeburg Community High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freeburg Community High School?
707 students attend Freeburg Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Freeburg Community High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freeburg Community High School?
Freeburg Community High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freeburg Community High School offer ?
Freeburg Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freeburg Community High School part of?
Freeburg Community High School is part of Freeburg CHSD 77 School District.
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