Serving 406 students in grades 6-12, Forreston Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forreston Jr/sr High School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Forreston Jr/sr 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 Forreston Jr/sr 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
#1072 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forreston Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is ranked #1072 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Forreston Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School?
406 students attend Forreston Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Forreston Jr/sr High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forreston Jr/sr High School?
Forreston Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forreston Jr/sr High School offer ?
Forreston Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Forreston Jr/sr High School part of?
Forreston Jr/sr High School is part of Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 School District.
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