Serving 93 students in grades 9-12, Chrisman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chrisman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chrisman High School's student population of 93 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower all students to succeed in a changing world.
School Rankings
Chrisman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chrisman High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Black
3%
16%
White
96%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chrisman High School's ranking?
Chrisman High School is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chrisman High School?
The graduation rate of Chrisman High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chrisman High School?
93 students attend Chrisman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chrisman High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chrisman High School?
Chrisman High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chrisman High School offer ?
Chrisman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chrisman High School part of?
Chrisman High School is part of Edgar County Cud 6 School District.
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