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Armstrong High School

High School · Armstrong Twp HSD 225

30474 Smith, Armstrong, IL 61812

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,177 of 3,813

In Armstrong

#2 of 2

public schools

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Armstrong High School

4.6/10

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About Armstrong High School

Armstrong High School is a public high school in Armstrong, IL, part of Armstrong Twp HSD 225. Armstrong High School serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Armstrong High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,177 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Armstrong High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 114 students, Armstrong High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Armstrong High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Armstrong High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation2.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,956
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

Armstrong High School — Students at Armstrong High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2011
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2022
ELA
15%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Armstrong High School Compares

See how Armstrong High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
17th percentile in IL
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.7
Sports
9
4 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.6% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
4 boys'·5 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

30474 Smith, Armstrong, IL 61812

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Armstrong High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. St Joseph-Ogden High School (rated 6.6/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Joseph), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cissna Park Sr High School (rated 6.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Cissna Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakwood High School (rated 5.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Fithian), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Armstrong, see our Armstrong schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Armstrong-Ellis Elem School Armstrong 0.3 mi 6.4
Potomac Elem School Potomac 4.7 mi 4.1
Gifford Grade School Gifford 7.5 mi 6.5
Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal 9.0 mi 7.2
Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro 10.5 mi 7.1
Oakwood High School Fithian 13.6 mi 5.7
Prairieview-Ogden South Elem Ogden 13.7 mi 4.9
Oakwood Grade School Oakwood 14.5 mi 2.9
Rossville-Alvin Elem School Rossville 12.2 mi 5.8
COOP HS 7 Rossville 12.2 mi 5.0
Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul 12.9 mi 8.2
St Joseph-Ogden High School Saint Joseph 15.7 mi 6.6
St Joseph Elem School Saint Joseph 16.0 mi 7.5
St Joseph Middle School Saint Joseph 16.0 mi 7.2
Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul 13.5 mi 7.4
John Greer Elem School Hoopeston 15.4 mi 4.8
Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton 15.1 mi 8.2
Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow 14.1 mi 5.3
Cissna Park Sr High School Cissna Park 18.3 mi 6.4
Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park 18.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61812 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,250

Median Home Value

$143,800

Population

291

College Educated

20.2%

Homeownership

94.1%

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Armstrong High School

What grades does Armstrong High School serve?

Armstrong High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Armstrong High School?

Armstrong High School has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Armstrong High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Armstrong High School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Armstrong High School rank in IL?

Armstrong High School ranks #3,177 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Armstrong High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Armstrong High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Armstrong High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Armstrong High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Armstrong High School a charter school?

No, Armstrong High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Armstrong High School a Title I school?

No, Armstrong High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armstrong High School?

36.0% of students at Armstrong High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Vermilion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

District

Armstrong Twp HSD 225
District Enrollment
114
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,956
District Rank
#1 of 1

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