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#1725 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
East Alton-wood River High Sch
High School · East Alton-Wood River CHSD 14
777 N Wood River Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,725 of 3,813
In Wood River
#1 of 3
public schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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East Alton-wood River High Sch
High School in Wood River · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Alton-wood River High Sch
East Alton-wood River High Sch is a public high school in Wood River, IL, part of East Alton-Wood River CHSD 14. East Alton-wood River High Sch serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Alton-wood River High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,725 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for East Alton-wood River High Sch show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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East Alton-wood River High Sch — Students at East Alton-wood River High Sch score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.1%
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: 9.0/10.
How East Alton-wood River High Sch Compares
See how East Alton-wood River High Sch 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
777 N Wood River Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Alton-wood River High Sch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Civic Memorial High School (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bethalto), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roxana Sr High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Roxana), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wood River, see our Wood River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Alton Middle School East Alton | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Eastwood Elem School East Alton | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Washington Elem School East Alton | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lewis-Clark Elem School Wood River | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Lewis-Clark Jr High School Wood River | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM M BEDELL AREA RESOURCE CENTER Wood River | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Central Intermediate School Roxana | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Roxana Junior High School Roxana | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Roxana Sr High School Roxana | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Hartford Elem School Hartford | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Civic Memorial High School Bethalto | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Wilbur Trimpe Middle School Bethalto | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| East Elementary School Alton | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| South Primary School South Roxana | 3.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Alton Middle School Alton | 3.8 mi | 4.6 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Bethalto | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bethalto | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Lovejoy Elem School Alton | 4.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,641
Median Home Value
$106,700
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
10,780
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Alton-wood River High Sch
What grades does East Alton-wood River High Sch serve?
East Alton-wood River High Sch serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend East Alton-wood River High Sch?
East Alton-wood River High Sch has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Alton-wood River High Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at East Alton-wood River High Sch is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Alton-wood River High Sch rank in IL?
East Alton-wood River High Sch ranks #1,725 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is East Alton-wood River High Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
East Alton-wood River High Sch 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 East Alton-wood River High Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Alton-wood River High Sch has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Alton-wood River High Sch a charter school?
No, East Alton-wood River High Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Alton-wood River High Sch a Title I school?
No, East Alton-wood River High Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Alton-wood River High Sch?
68.1% of students at East Alton-wood River High Sch 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
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (618) 254-3151
Resources & Links
District
East Alton-Wood River CHSD 14- District Enrollment
- 520
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,980
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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