Below Average
#3070 of 3,813 schools in IL
Du Quoin High School
High School · Du Quoin CUSD 300
500 E South St, Du Quoin, IL 62832
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,070 of 3,813
In Du Quoin
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Du Quoin CUSD 300
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Du Quoin High School
Du Quoin High School is a public high school in Du Quoin, IL, part of Du Quoin CUSD 300. Du Quoin High School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Du Quoin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,070 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Du Quoin High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Du Quoin 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.
33% of students at Du Quoin 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
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Du Quoin High School — Students at Du Quoin High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.5/10.
How Du Quoin High School Compares
See how Du Quoin High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 E South St, Du Quoin, IL 62832
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Du Quoin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elverado High School (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Elkville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christopher High (rated 6.6/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Christopher), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinckneyville Comm High School (rated 6.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Pinckneyville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Du Quoin, see our Du Quoin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Du Quoin Middle School Du Quoin | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Du Quoin Elementary School Du Quoin | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Du Quoin | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Elverado Primary School Elkville | 6.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Elverado High School Elkville | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Community Cons School Pinckneyville | 7.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Tamaroa Elem School Tamaroa | 9.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Elverado Junior High School Vergennes | 9.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Elverado Intermediate School Vergennes | 9.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Pinckneyville Middle School Pinckneyville | 9.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Pinckneyville Comm High School Pinckneyville | 9.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST BRUNO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pinckneyville | 9.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Christopher High Christopher | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Pinckneyville Elem School Pinckneyville | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Christopher Elem School Christopher | 9.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Sesser-Valier High School Sesser | 10.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Sesser-Valier Elem School Sesser | 10.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Sesser-Valier Jr High School Sesser | 10.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Zeigler-Royalton High School Mulkeytown | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Zeigler-Royalton Jr High School Mulkeytown | 10.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,324
Median Home Value
$94,600
Median Rent
$716/mo
Population
8,903
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Du Quoin High School
What grades does Du Quoin High School serve?
Du Quoin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Du Quoin High School?
Du Quoin High School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Du Quoin High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Du Quoin High School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Du Quoin High School rank in IL?
Du Quoin High School ranks #3,070 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Du Quoin High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Du Quoin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Du Quoin High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Du Quoin High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Du Quoin High School a charter school?
No, Du Quoin High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Du Quoin High School a Title I school?
No, Du Quoin High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Du Quoin High School?
45.6% of students at Du Quoin 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Perry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (618) 542-4744
Resources & Links
District
Du Quoin CUSD 300- District Enrollment
- 1,402
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,375
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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