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Cissna Park SR High School

High School · Cissna Park CUSD 6

511 N 2nd St, Cissna Park, IL 60924

Enrollment

91

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,720 of 3,813

In Cissna Park

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Cissna Park CUSD 6

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Cissna Park SR High School

6.4/10

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

Cissna Park Elementary School

6.3/10

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About Cissna Park SR High School

Cissna Park SR High School is a public high school in Cissna Park, IL, part of Cissna Park CUSD 6. Cissna Park SR High School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cissna Park SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,720 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Cissna Park SR High School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 91 students, Cissna Park SR 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 Cissna Park SR 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Cissna Park SR 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 Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,700
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Cissna Park SR High School — Students at Cissna Park SR High School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (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
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
ELA
10%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Cissna Park SR High School Compares

See how Cissna Park SR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in IL
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses5 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

511 N 2nd St, Cissna Park, IL 60924

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cissna Park SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Milford High School Campus (rated 8.2/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School (rated 7.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Paxton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND PRAIRIE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Onarga), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cissna Park, see our Cissna Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park 0.0 mi 6.3
Cissna Park Jr High School Cissna Park 0.0 mi 3.4
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milford 6.6 mi 5.7
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buckley 7.7 mi 4.9
CHRIST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Buckley 8.0 mi
GRAND PRAIRIE SCHOOL Onarga 11.6 mi 7.5
Iroquois West Middle School Onarga 12.0 mi 6.1
Crescent City Grade School Crescent City 13.8 mi 4.8
Milford High School Campus Milford 10.9 mi 8.2
Milford Grade School West Campus Milford 10.9 mi 9.0
Iroquois West High School Gilman 14.6 mi 6.6
Iroquois West Elem School/Gilman Gilman 14.6 mi 8.9
Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton 13.2 mi 8.2
John Greer Elem School Hoopeston 13.3 mi 4.8
Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton 13.6 mi 7.5
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton 13.6 mi 7.8
Iroquois West Elem Sch/Thawville Thawville 13.8 mi 6.6
Maple Elem School Hoopeston 14.0 mi 6.1
Hoopeston Area Middle School Hoopeston 14.3 mi 3.5
Hoopeston Area High School Hoopeston 14.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60924 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,145

Median Home Value

$148,400

Median Rent

$645/mo

Population

1,707

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cissna Park SR High School

What grades does Cissna Park SR High School serve?

Cissna Park SR High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cissna Park SR High School?

Cissna Park SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cissna Park SR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cissna Park SR High School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cissna Park SR High School rank in IL?

Cissna Park SR High School ranks #1,720 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Cissna Park SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cissna Park SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Cissna Park SR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cissna Park SR High School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cissna Park SR High School a charter school?

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

Is Cissna Park SR High School a Title I school?

No, Cissna Park SR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cissna Park SR High School?

29.7% of students at Cissna Park SR 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Iroquois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

Cissna Park CUSD 6
District Enrollment
283
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,700
District Rank
#1 of 3

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