Illini West High School is a public high school in Carthage, Illinois, United States. IWHS serves a mostly rural area that includes most of northeastern Hancock County and extends into parts of Henderson and McDonough Counties, covering the cities of Carthage, Dallas City, and La Harpe, and the village of Ferris.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)19%
17%
White
(19-20)81%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
75%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Central Il Special Educ Coop School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Chargers
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wcisec High School Md?
16 students attend Wcisec High School Md.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wcisec High School Md students are White, and 19% of students are Black.
What school district is Wcisec High School Md part of?
Wcisec High School Md is part of West Central Il Special Educ Coop School District.
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