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Cahokia High School

High School · Cahokia CUSD 187

800 Range Ln, Cahokia, IL 62206

Enrollment

783

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,291 of 3,813

In Cahokia

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Cahokia CUSD 187

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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4.4/10

High School in Cahokia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cahokia High School

Cahokia High School is a public high school in Cahokia, IL, part of Cahokia CUSD 187. Cahokia High School serves approximately 783 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cahokia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,291 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Cahokia High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Cahokia 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.

79% of students at Cahokia High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness2.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation5.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,171
Chronic Absenteeism78.9%

Cahokia High School — Students at Cahokia High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 8.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 11.2% (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
17%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2011
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
2%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
2%
ELA
4%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Cahokia High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
14th percentile in IL
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.7
Sports
9
5 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
78.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
5 boys'·4 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

800 Range Ln, Cahokia, IL 62206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cahokia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SIU Charter Sch of East St Louis (rated 6.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby East Saint Louis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH (rated 5.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cahokia, see our Cahokia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Estelle Sauget School of Choice Cahokia 0.4 mi 2.4
Maplewood Elem School Cahokia 0.7 mi 3.9
Penniman Elem School Cahokia 0.7 mi 2.4
Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia 1.0 mi 2.5
Huffman Elem School Cahokia 1.2 mi 5.8
Wirth/Parks Middle School Cahokia 1.9 mi 4.8
Dunbar Elem School East Saint Louis 2.9 mi 3.7
JTC ACADEMY Centreville 2.7 mi
East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch East Saint Louis 3.7 mi 5.1
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis 3.5 mi 4.6
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY St. Louis 3.5 mi 5.6
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH St. Louis 3.5 mi 5.8
HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis 3.4 mi 4.9
SIU Charter Sch of East St Louis East Saint Louis 3.9 mi 6.1
KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis 3.3 mi 2.8
THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis 3.6 mi 8.9
Lalumier Elem School Centreville 3.2 mi 3.8
Annette Officer Elementary East Saint Louis 4.0 mi 4.3
Bluffview Elem School Dupo 4.1 mi 4.0
MONROE ELEM. St. Louis 3.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,520

Median Home Value

$57,700

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

13,155

College Educated

11.6%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

29.9%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cahokia High School

What grades does Cahokia High School serve?

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

How many students attend Cahokia High School?

Cahokia High School has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cahokia High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cahokia High School rank in IL?

Cahokia High School ranks #3,291 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Cahokia High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cahokia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Cahokia High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cahokia High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cahokia High School a charter school?

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

Is Cahokia High School a Title I school?

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

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

82.2% of students at Cahokia 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
78.9%

District

Cahokia CUSD 187
District Enrollment
3,056
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,171
District Rank
#3 of 8

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