Serving 890 students in grades 9-12, Jacksonville 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jacksonville High School's student population of 890 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Jacksonville High School, a community of learners who develop college and career ready individuals.
School Rankings
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville High School is 0.45, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jacksonville SD 117 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville High School's ranking?
Jacksonville High School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jacksonville High School often compared to?
Jacksonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonville High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonville High School is 68%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jacksonville High School?
890 students attend Jacksonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Jacksonville High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville High School?
Jacksonville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jacksonville High School offer ?
Jacksonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jacksonville High School part of?
Jacksonville High School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.
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