Watseka Comm High School

Iroquois County CUSD 9
138 S Belmont Ave
Watseka, IL 60970
294 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Watseka Community High School, located in the heart of Watseka, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the local community. As a public institution, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce. The school fosters a supportive environment that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with a variety of elective opportunities, aiming to develop both the intellectual and personal growth of its diverse student body.

Beyond the classroom, Watseka Community High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through extracurricular involvement. The school offers a range of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that encourage leadership, teamwork, and community spirit. By maintaining a focus on school pride and community connection, the institution serves as a central pillar in the town of Watseka, striving to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to society upon graduation.
294
Total Students
23.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    233 (79.5%)
  • Hispanic
    45 (15.4%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.7%)
  • Black
    6 (2.0%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Iroquois County CUSD 9
Phone: (815)432-2486
Website: http://www.watsekaschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 84
Grade 10 72
Grade 11 70
Grade 12 68
Gender Ratio
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Milford High School Campus
Milford Area PSD 124
149 Students
200 S Chicago St
Milford, IL 60953 (9.9 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th