Herscher High School is a public high school in Herscher, Illinois, United States. The school's mascot is the Tiger and the school colors are gold and black.
Serving 533 students in grades 9-12, Herscher High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herscher High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Herscher High School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Herscher High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herscher High School is 0.13, 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herscher High School's ranking?
Herscher High School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herscher High School often compared to?
Herscher High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley-bourbonnais C High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herscher High School?
The graduation rate of Herscher High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Herscher High School?
533 students attend Herscher High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Herscher High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herscher High School?
Herscher High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herscher High School offer ?
Herscher High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Herscher High School part of?
Herscher High School is part of Herscher CUSD 2 School District.
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