Below Average
#3489 of 3,813 schools in IL
Taylorville SR High School
High School · Taylorville CUSD 3
815 W Springfield Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,489 of 3,813
In Taylorville
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Taylorville CUSD 3
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Taylorville SR High School
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About Taylorville SR High School
Taylorville SR High School is a public high school in Taylorville, IL, part of Taylorville CUSD 3. Taylorville SR High School serves approximately 783 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylorville SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,489 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Taylorville SR High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Taylorville 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.
32% of students at Taylorville SR 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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Taylorville SR High School — Students at Taylorville SR High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
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: 7.9/10.
How Taylorville SR High School Compares
See how Taylorville SR 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
815 W Springfield Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylorville SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nokomis Jr/Sr High Sch (rated 6.8/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Nokomis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edinburg High School (rated 6.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morrisonville High School (rated 5.0/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Morrisonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Taylorville, see our Taylorville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VISIONWAY Taylorville | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Taylorville Jr High School Taylorville | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| North Elem School Taylorville | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MENTA ACADEMY CORNERSTONE-TAYLORVILLE Taylorville | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Memorial Elem School Taylorville | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Taylorville | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| South Fork Jr Sr High School Kincaid | 6.1 mi | 4.2 |
| South Fork Elementary School Kincaid | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Edinburg High School Edinburg | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Edinburg Elem School Edinburg | 8.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Edinburg Jr High School Edinburg | 8.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Morrisonville Elem School Morrisonville | 12.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Morrisonville Jr High School Morrisonville | 12.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Morrisonville High School Morrisonville | 12.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Meridian Elem School Blue Mound | 13.3 mi | 4.8 |
| FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rosamond | 14.6 mi | 6.5 |
| KEMMERER VILLAGE SCHOOL Assumption | 13.8 mi | — |
| Nokomis Jr/Sr High Sch Nokomis | 17.9 mi | 6.8 |
| North Elem School Nokomis | 17.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Central A & M Middle School Assumption | 14.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,194
Median Home Value
$119,500
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
16,035
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
41.3
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| Foreman High School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Cahokia High School Cahokia, IL | 4.4 |
| SACRED HEART GRIFFIN HIGH SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylorville SR High School
What grades does Taylorville SR High School serve?
Taylorville SR High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Taylorville SR High School?
Taylorville SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylorville SR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylorville SR High School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylorville SR High School rank in IL?
Taylorville SR High School ranks #3,489 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Taylorville SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylorville SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Taylorville SR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylorville SR High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taylorville SR High School a charter school?
No, Taylorville SR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylorville SR High School a Title I school?
No, Taylorville SR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylorville SR High School?
39.5% of students at Taylorville 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 783
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Christian County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (217) 824-2268
Resources & Links
District
Taylorville CUSD 3- District Enrollment
- 2,226
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,700
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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