Cares Program High School serves 44 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment was 23% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
21%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cares Program High School?
44 students attend Cares Program High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cares Program High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Cares Program High School offer ?
Cares Program High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Cares Program High School part of?
Cares Program High School is part of Quincy School District 172.
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