Serving 168 students in grades 6-12, Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School's student population of 168 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
White
98%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School?
168 students attend Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School?
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School offer ?
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School part of?
Cowden-herrick Jr/sr High School is part of Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3a School District.
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