DeLand-Weldon High School is a coed public secondary institution located in Piatt County, Illinois. It is a part of DeLand-Weldon Community Unit School District #57.
Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, Deland-weldon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deland-weldon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Deland-weldon High School's student population of 45 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Grey, Maroon
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Deland-weldon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deland-weldon High School is 0.17, 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
#404 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deland-weldon High School's ranking?
Deland-weldon High School is ranked #404 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Deland-weldon High School often compared to?
Deland-weldon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deland-weldon High School?
The graduation rate of Deland-weldon High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deland-weldon High School?
45 students attend Deland-weldon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Deland-weldon High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deland-weldon High School?
Deland-weldon High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deland-weldon High School offer ?
Deland-weldon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Deland-weldon High School part of?
Deland-weldon High School is part of Deland-Weldon CUSD 57 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Our tax dollars are going to waste by allowing this school to remain open, but consolidation is considered a nasty word around these parts. This school is behind academically. My kids were in high school and was learning what my nephew from Blue Ridge was being taught in 7th grade. The teachers let the students slide by constantly allowing them to turn in homework late or retake tests for a higher grade, which promotes laziness and procrastination. Extra-curricular activities are very limited. Especially for sports because there's not enough students so everything has to be co-oped.
5 10/10/2025
I am a graduate of the 1967 class. I had a wonderful time at this school and it gave me the education I needed to get started in the real world. I would not trade my time I had in this school for anything. Can anyone put in the direction of where I may get a class ring. I lost mine several years ago and have always wanted to get another one. Any help is appreciated. Thank You & Go Eagles
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