Serving 154 students in grades 9-12, Crab Orchard 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crab Orchard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Crab Orchard High School's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.
School Rankings
Crab Orchard High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crab Orchard High School is 0.08, 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
#2347 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crab Orchard High School's ranking?
Crab Orchard High School is ranked #2347 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Crab Orchard High School often compared to?
Crab Orchard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffs High School, Il Valley Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crab Orchard High School?
The graduation rate of Crab Orchard High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Crab Orchard High School?
154 students attend Crab Orchard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Crab Orchard High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crab Orchard High School?
Crab Orchard High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crab Orchard High School offer ?
Crab Orchard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crab Orchard High School part of?
Crab Orchard High School is part of Crab Orchard CUSD 3 School District.
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