Pittsfield High School, or PHS, is a public four-year high school located at 201 East Higbee Street in Pittsfield, Illinois, a small city in Pike County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States. PHS serves the communities of Pittsfield, Baylis, Milton, Nebo, Pearl, and Rockport.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
5 students
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hispanic
(19-20)20%
26%
White
(19-20)80%
48%
Eligible for Free Lunch (18-19)
75%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pace Alternative School?
5 students attend Pace Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pace Alternative School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Pace Alternative School offer ?
Pace Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pace Alternative School part of?
Pace Alternative School is part of Adam/Brwn/Cass/Morgn/Pik/Sctt ROE School District.
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