Freeburg Community High School is a high school located in Freeburg, Illinois, United States. The Freeburg Community High School District #77 controls it. Freeburg Community High School was founded in 1904 as a two-year school and graduated its first class of four students in 1906.
Serving 685 students in grades 9-12, Freeburg Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeburg Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Freeburg Community High School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Motto
The mission of Freeburg Community High School, in partnership with its greater communities, is to enable all students to become productive and responsible citizens by providing them opportunities to maximize their intellectual, physical, and social capabi
School Rankings
Freeburg Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeburg Community High School is 0.14, 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
#647 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Midget
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeburg Community High School's ranking?
Freeburg Community High School is ranked #647 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeburg Community High School often compared to?
Freeburg Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Athens High School, O Fallon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Freeburg Community High School?
The graduation rate of Freeburg Community High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freeburg Community High School?
685 students attend Freeburg Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Freeburg Community High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freeburg Community High School?
Freeburg Community High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeburg Community High School offer ?
Freeburg Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freeburg Community High School part of?
Freeburg Community High School is part of Freeburg CHSD 77 School District.
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