At a glance
Reported students
1,167
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
89.22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois high enrollment
80th percentile
Compared with 965 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,167
La Salle-Peru Twp High School: 1,167 reported students.
State peer staffing position
56th percentile
13.1:1 reported; state peer median 12.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,310
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
What the reported data says about La Salle-Peru Twp High School
La Salle-Peru Twp High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in La Salle. It is one of 1 current school records connected to La Salle-Peru Twp HSD 120. NCES reports 1,167 students for 2024–25.
Among 965 high schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 254 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 80th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.1:1, close to the Illinois median of 12.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (67.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (24%). English learners represent 7.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking La Salle-Peru Twp High School
- 1How do the reported 13.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 89.22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 47.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White67.4%
- Hispanic24%
- Black2.5%
- Asian1.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial4.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near La Salle-Peru Twp High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Salle-Peru Area Career Ctr High · La Salle/Marshall/Putnam ROE | 11–12 | 0 | 0.1 mi |
| Lmp Roe High · La Salle/Marshall/Putnam ROE | 06–12 | 0 | 1.6 mi |
| Lmp Roe Taoep High · La Salle/Marshall/Putnam ROE | 06–12 | 0 | 1.6 mi |
| Lmp Roe Alop High · La Salle/Marshall/Putnam ROE | 06–12 | 0 | 1.6 mi |
| Hall High School High · Hall HSD 502 | 09–12 | 388 | 5.6 mi |
| Putnam County High School High · Putnam County CUSD 535 | 09–12 | 245 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about La Salle-Peru Twp High School
What grades does La Salle-Peru Twp High School serve?
La Salle-Peru Twp High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in La Salle-Peru Twp HSD 120.
How many students attend La Salle-Peru Twp High School?
La Salle-Peru Twp High School reported 1,167 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 80th percentile among 965 Illinois high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,310 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at La Salle-Peru Twp High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.1:1, based on 1,167 students and 89.22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is La Salle-Peru Twp High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
La Salle-Peru Twp High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on La Salle-Peru Twp HSD 120 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of La Salle-Peru Twp High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
47.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is La Salle-Peru Twp High School in?
La Salle-Peru Twp High School is part of La Salle-Peru Twp HSD 120, based in La Salle, IL, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near La Salle-Peru Twp High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include La Salle-Peru Area Career Ctr (0.1 mi), Lmp Roe (1.6 mi), Lmp Roe Taoep (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.