Edwardsville Senior High School is a public high school located in Edwardsville, Illinois.
Serving 2,342 students in grades 9-12, Edwardsville High School ranks in the top 20% 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwardsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edwardsville High School's student population of 2,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edwardsville 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 Edwardsville High School is 0.44, 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
#701 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwardsville High School's ranking?
Edwardsville High School is ranked #701 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edwardsville High School often compared to?
Edwardsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edwardsville High School?
The graduation rate of Edwardsville High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edwardsville High School?
2,342 students attend Edwardsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edwardsville High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwardsville High School?
Edwardsville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edwardsville High School offer ?
Edwardsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edwardsville High School part of?
Edwardsville High School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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