Serving 406 students in grades 7-12, Heyworth Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heyworth Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Heyworth Jr-sr High School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heyworth 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 Heyworth Jr-sr High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heyworth Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School is ranked #1289 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heyworth Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Heyworth Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley High School, Normal Community West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Heyworth Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
406 students attend Heyworth Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Heyworth Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heyworth Jr-sr High School?
Heyworth 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 Heyworth Jr-sr High School offer ?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Heyworth Jr-sr High School part of?
Heyworth Jr-sr High School is part of Heyworth Community Unit School District 4.
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