Central Community High School is a high school in unincorporated area in Clinton County, Illinois, near Breese. It is a part of Central Community High School District #71.
Serving 629 students in grades 9-12, Central Comm 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Comm High School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Comm High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Comm High School is 0.15, 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
#872 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Comm High School's ranking?
Central Comm High School is ranked #872 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Comm High School often compared to?
Central Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlyle High School, Wesclin Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Central Comm High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Comm High School?
629 students attend Central Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Comm High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Comm High School?
Central Comm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Comm High School offer ?
Central Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Comm High School part of?
Central Comm High School is part of Central CHSD 71 School District.
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