Serving 712 students in grades 9-12, Effingham High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Effingham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Effingham High School's student population of 712 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Educate, Empower: Effingham
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Effingham 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 Effingham High School is 0.27, 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
#1667 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Flaming Hearts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Effingham High School's ranking?
Effingham High School is ranked #1667 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Effingham High School often compared to?
Effingham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teutopolis High School, Dieterich Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Effingham High School?
The graduation rate of Effingham High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Effingham High School?
712 students attend Effingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Effingham High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Effingham High School?
Effingham High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Effingham High School offer ?
Effingham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Effingham High School part of?
Effingham High School is part of Effingham CUSD 40 School District.
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