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Peoria High School

High School · Peoria SD 150

1615 N North St, Peoria, IL 61604

Enrollment

1,483

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,931 of 3,813

In Peoria

#10 of 34

public schools

In district

#6 of 25

Peoria SD 150

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Peoria High School

6.2/10

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

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About Peoria High School

Peoria High School is a public high school in Peoria, IL, part of Peoria SD 150. Peoria High School serves approximately 1,483 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Peoria High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,931 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Peoria High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Peoria 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.

54% of students at Peoria 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 Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation10.2%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,400
Chronic Absenteeism53.7%

Peoria High School — Students at Peoria High School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.7% (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
32%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
19%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
4%
ELA
9%
2018
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2019
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2022
ELA
3%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Peoria High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in IL
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
24
14 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
10.2% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·1 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
14 boys'·10 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1615 N North St, Peoria, IL 61604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peoria High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Reservoir Gifted School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Peoria Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin Primary School Peoria 0.4 mi 3.8
Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria 1.1 mi 5.8
KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria 1.0 mi 6.9
ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria 1.0 mi 7.7
Quest Charter School Academy Peoria 1.1 mi 4.4
Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr Peoria 1.0 mi 4.8
ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Peoria 1.4 mi 5.3
Whittier Primary School Peoria 1.3 mi 5.4
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria 1.6 mi 4.2
Von Steuben Middle School Peoria 1.5 mi 2.4
Lincoln School Peoria 1.3 mi 3.8
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Peoria 1.7 mi 5.6
The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria 1.7 mi 2.5
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School Peoria 1.7 mi 2.4
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE Peoria Heights 2.0 mi 5.1
Sterling Middle School Peoria 1.9 mi 3.7
Hines Primary School Peoria 2.5 mi 3.0
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Peoria Heights 2.4 mi 8.1
Harold B Dawson Middle School West Peoria 2.1 mi 2.5
Reservoir Gifted School Peoria 2.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,628

Median Home Value

$100,000

Median Rent

$904/mo

Population

27,502

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

40.4

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East St Louis Senior High School East Saint Louis, IL 6.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peoria High School

What grades does Peoria High School serve?

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

How many students attend Peoria High School?

Peoria High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,483 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Peoria High School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peoria High School rank in IL?

Peoria High School ranks #1,931 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Peoria High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peoria High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Peoria High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peoria High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peoria High School a charter school?

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

Is Peoria High School a Title I school?

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

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

84.2% of students at Peoria 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,483
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Peoria County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.7%

District

Peoria SD 150
District Enrollment
12,713
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,400
District Rank
#6 of 25

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