Serving 113 students in grades 9-12, St. Elmo Sr 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (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 8% 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: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Elmo Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
St. Elmo Sr High School's student population of 113 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring Toward Excellence!
School Rankings
St. Elmo Sr 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 St. Elmo Sr High School is 0.15, 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
#2570 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St Elmo CUSD 202 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Elmo Sr High School's ranking?
St. Elmo Sr High School is ranked #2570 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Elmo Sr High School often compared to?
St. Elmo Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandalia Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Elmo Sr High School?
The graduation rate of St. Elmo Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend St. Elmo Sr High School?
113 students attend St. Elmo Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of St. Elmo Sr High School students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Elmo Sr High School?
St. Elmo Sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Elmo Sr High School offer ?
St. Elmo Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Elmo Sr High School part of?
St. Elmo Sr High School is part of St Elmo CUSD 202 School District.
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