Serving 259 students in grades 7-12, Pawnee Jr/sr 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pawnee Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pawnee Jr/sr High School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Pawnee Jr/sr 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 Pawnee Jr/sr High School is 0.10, 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 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pawnee Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Pawnee Jr/sr High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pawnee Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Pawnee Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn High School, Williamsville 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 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pawnee Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Pawnee Jr/sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pawnee Jr/sr High School?
259 students attend Pawnee Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pawnee Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pawnee Jr/sr High School?
Pawnee Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pawnee Jr/sr High School offer ?
Pawnee Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pawnee Jr/sr High School part of?
Pawnee Jr/sr High School is part of Pawnee CUSD 11 School District.
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