Serving 1,785 students in grades 9-12, Granite City 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granite City High School's student population of 1,785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Granite City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granite City High School is 0.58, 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
#3069 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Granite City High School's ranking?
Granite City High School is ranked #3069 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Granite City High School often compared to?
Granite City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edwardsville High School, Collinsville High School, Triad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granite City High School?
The graduation rate of Granite City High School is 71%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Granite City High School?
1,785 students attend Granite City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Granite City High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granite City High School?
Granite City High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Granite City High School offer ?
Granite City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Granite City High School part of?
Granite City High School is part of Granite City CUSD 9 School District.
School Reviews
2 2/1/2010
The teachers and staff were more there for a paycheck then the kids when I went there. It was by far the worst school I have ever been to.
2 6/15/2009
Unless you want to go to a school that takes away your individuality, doesn't care about your opinions, and does anything just to make money i would come here.
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