Freeport High School is a public secondary school located in Freeport, Illinois, United States. It is a part of the Freeport School District 145. The district includes Freeport, Cedarville, Ridott, and Willow Lake.
Serving 1,165 students in grades 9-12, Freeport 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 1,165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Freeport High School's student population of 1,165 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Rankings
Freeport 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 Freeport High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2795 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
46%
45%
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeport High School's ranking?
Freeport High School is ranked #2795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeport High School often compared to?
Freeport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota Jr Sr High School, Lena-winslow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freeport High School?
The graduation rate of Freeport High School is 71%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freeport High School?
1,165 students attend Freeport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Freeport High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeport High School?
Freeport High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeport High School offer ?
Freeport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freeport High School part of?
Freeport High School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
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