Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Steeleville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steeleville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Steeleville High School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steeleville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steeleville High School is 0.13, 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
#1758 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steeleville High School's ranking?
Steeleville High School is ranked #1758 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Steeleville High School often compared to?
Steeleville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trico Senior High School, Chester High School, Coulterville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Steeleville High School?
The graduation rate of Steeleville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Steeleville High School?
140 students attend Steeleville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Steeleville High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steeleville High School?
Steeleville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steeleville High School offer ?
Steeleville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Steeleville High School part of?
Steeleville High School is part of Steeleville Community Unit School District 138.
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