The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (09-10)
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)30-34%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
22%
Black
(09-10)1%
20%
White
(09-10)99%
53%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North Mac CUSD 34 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% IL state average).
How many students attend Virden High School?
262 students attend Virden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Virden High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Virden High School offer ?
Virden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Virden High School part of?
Virden High School is part of North Mac CUSD 34 School District.
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