At a glance
Reported students
146
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
15.7
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
9.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois high enrollment
38th percentile
Compared with 965 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
146
Roanoke-Benson High School: 146 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
9.3:1 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
- 139
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Student–teacher ratio
- 7.7:1
What the reported data says about Roanoke-Benson High School
Roanoke-Benson High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Roanoke. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Roanoke Benson CUSD 60. NCES reports 146 students for 2024–25.
Among 965 high schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 254 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 38th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 9.3:1, below 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 (91.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.8%). Students served under IDEA represent 15.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Roanoke-Benson High School
- 1How do the reported 9.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 15.7 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 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 15.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 19.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.33
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.33
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White91.8%
- Hispanic4.8%
- Black2.1%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.4%
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
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as 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.
Other schools in Roanoke Benson CUSD 60
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Roanoke-Benson Jr High School
Middle · Grades 05–08
142 reported students
Sowers Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04
161 reported students
Public schools near Roanoke-Benson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCSEA-Sowers-K-4 Other · Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc | Not reported | — | under 0.1 mi |
| Sowers Elementary School Elementary · Roanoke Benson CUSD 60 | KG–04 | 161 | under 0.1 mi |
| WCSEA-Benson Other · Woodford Cty Special Ed Assoc | Not reported | — | 5.1 mi |
| Eureka High School High · Eureka CUD 140 | 09–12 | 513 | 6.9 mi |
| Metamora High School High · County of Woodford School | 09–12 | 896 | 8.6 mi |
| Lowpoint-Washburn Jr Sr High Sch High · Lowpoint-Washburn CUSD 21 | 06–12 | 156 | 9.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Roanoke-Benson High School
What grades does Roanoke-Benson High School serve?
Roanoke-Benson High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Roanoke Benson CUSD 60.
How many students attend Roanoke-Benson High School?
Roanoke-Benson High School reported 146 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 38th percentile among 965 Illinois high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 139 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Roanoke-Benson High School?
The calculated ratio is 9.3:1, based on 146 students and 15.7 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 Roanoke-Benson High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Roanoke-Benson High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Roanoke Benson CUSD 60 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Roanoke-Benson High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
19.2% 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 Roanoke-Benson High School in?
Roanoke-Benson High School is part of Roanoke Benson CUSD 60, based in Roanoke, IL, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Roanoke-Benson High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include WCSEA-Sowers-K-4 (under 0.1 mi), Sowers Elementary School (under 0.1 mi), WCSEA-Benson (5.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.