Serving 286 students in grades 9-12, Watseka Comm 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watseka Comm High School's student population of 286 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watseka Comm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watseka Comm High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watseka Comm High School's ranking?
Watseka Comm High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Watseka Comm High School often compared to?
Watseka Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois West 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 28% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watseka Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Watseka Comm High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Watseka Comm High School?
286 students attend Watseka Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Watseka Comm High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watseka Comm High School?
Watseka Comm High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watseka Comm High School offer ?
Watseka Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Watseka Comm High School part of?
Watseka Comm High School is part of Iroquois County CUSD 9 School District.
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