Serving 921 students in grades 9-12, Limestone Community 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Limestone Community High School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limestone Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone Community High School is 0.47, 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
#2074 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
11%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Limestone Community High School's ranking?
Limestone Community High School is ranked #2074 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Limestone Community High School often compared to?
Limestone Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richwoods High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Limestone Community High School?
The graduation rate of Limestone Community High School is 73%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Limestone Community High School?
921 students attend Limestone Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Limestone Community High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Limestone Community High School?
Limestone Community High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limestone Community High School offer ?
Limestone Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Limestone Community High School part of?
Limestone Community High School is part of Limestone CHSD 310 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/10/2010
The teaching is absolutely amazing and i will always be thankful for the blessings i was given there.
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