Serving 220 students in grades 6-12, Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
THINK LIKE A BRONCO! IS IT TRUE? IS IT HELPFUL? IS IT IMPORTANT? IS IT NECESSARY? IS IT KIND?
School Rankings
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr 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 Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is 0.11, 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
#1070 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
5%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School's ranking?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is ranked #1070 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School often compared to?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello High School, Bement High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
220 students attend Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School offer ?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School part of?
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School is part of Cerro Gordo CUSD 100 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
No School Spring Break
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
No School Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
No School Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School if No Emergency Days
May 15, 2026 (Friday)
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