Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, West Carroll 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (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
West Carroll High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Carroll High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Mascot
Thunder
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
West Carroll 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 West Carroll High School is 0.28, 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
#2028 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll High School's ranking?
West Carroll High School is ranked #2028 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Carroll High School often compared to?
West Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastland Jr/sr 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 West Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of West Carroll High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Carroll High School?
278 students attend West Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Carroll High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Carroll High School?
West Carroll High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Carroll High School offer ?
West Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Carroll High School part of?
West Carroll High School is part of West Carroll CUSD 314 School District.
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