Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, Du Quoin 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Du Quoin High School's student population of 397 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Du Quoin 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 Du Quoin High School is 0.27, 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
#2447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
85%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Du Quoin High School's ranking?
Du Quoin High School is ranked #2447 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Du Quoin High School?
The graduation rate of Du Quoin High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Du Quoin High School?
397 students attend Du Quoin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Du Quoin High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Du Quoin High School?
Du Quoin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Du Quoin High School offer ?
Du Quoin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Du Quoin High School part of?
Du Quoin High School is part of Du Quoin CUSD 300 School District.
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