Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, Maroa-forsyth Senior 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 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- 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
Maroa-forsyth Senior High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maroa-forsyth Senior 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 Maroa-forsyth Senior High School is 0.34, 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
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Maroa-forsyth Senior High School's ranking?
Maroa-forsyth Senior 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 Maroa-forsyth Senior High School often compared to?
Maroa-forsyth Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Zion 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 Maroa-forsyth Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Maroa-forsyth Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maroa-forsyth Senior High School?
350 students attend Maroa-forsyth Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Maroa-forsyth Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maroa-forsyth Senior High School?
Maroa-forsyth Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maroa-forsyth Senior High School offer ?
Maroa-forsyth Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maroa-forsyth Senior High School part of?
Maroa-forsyth Senior High School is part of Maroa Forsyth CUSD 2 School District.
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