Serving 307 students in grades 9-12, Hoopeston Area High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoopeston Area High School's student population of 307 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student at Hoopeston Area is a happy, life-long learner, prepared for the future of their choice.
School Rankings
Hoopeston Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoopeston Area 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hoopeston Area CUSD 11 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoopeston Area High School's ranking?
Hoopeston Area High School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoopeston Area High School?
The graduation rate of Hoopeston Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hoopeston Area High School?
307 students attend Hoopeston Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hoopeston Area High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoopeston Area High School?
Hoopeston Area High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hoopeston Area High School offer ?
Hoopeston Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hoopeston Area High School part of?
Hoopeston Area High School is part of Hoopeston Area CUSD 11 School District.
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