Serving 350 students in grades 6-12, Eastland Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastland Jr/sr High School's student population of 350 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cougars
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastland Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastland Jr/sr High School is 0.22, 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
#777 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Eastland Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Eastland Jr/sr High School is ranked #777 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eastland Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Eastland Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Carroll High School, Chadwick-milledgeville Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastland Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Eastland Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Eastland Jr/sr High School?
350 students attend Eastland Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Eastland Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastland Jr/sr High School?
Eastland Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastland Jr/sr High School offer ?
Eastland Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Eastland Jr/sr High School part of?
Eastland Jr/sr High School is part of Eastland CUSD 308 School District.
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