Calhoun High School is a public high school in Hardin, Illinois, that is part of the Calhoun Community Unit School District 40. Calhoun serves the communities of Hardin, Batchtown, Hamburg, Kampsville, Michael, and Mozier.
Serving 168 students in grades 9-12, Calhoun 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Calhoun High School's student population of 168 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Your attitude determines your direction!
School Rankings
Calhoun 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 Calhoun High School is 0.10, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun High School's ranking?
Calhoun High School is ranked #2146 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun High School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Calhoun High School?
168 students attend Calhoun High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Calhoun High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun High School?
Calhoun High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Calhoun High School offer ?
Calhoun High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calhoun High School part of?
Calhoun High School is part of Calhoun CUSD 40 School District.
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