Mattoon High School is located in Coles County, Mattoon, Illinois, United States.
Serving 888 students in grades 9-12, Mattoon 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattoon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mattoon High School's student population of 888 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
888 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mattoon 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 Mattoon High School is 0.32, 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
#2617 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mattoon CUSD 2 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattoon High School's ranking?
Mattoon High School is ranked #2617 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mattoon High School often compared to?
Mattoon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston High School, Paris Cooperative High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mattoon High School?
The graduation rate of Mattoon High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mattoon High School?
888 students attend Mattoon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mattoon High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattoon High School?
Mattoon High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mattoon High School offer ?
Mattoon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mattoon High School part of?
Mattoon High School is part of Mattoon CUSD 2 School District.
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