United High School, or UHS, is a public four-year high school located near Monmouth, Illinois. UHS is part of United Community Unit School District 304.
Serving 445 students in grades 7-12, United Jr./sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United Jr./sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
United Jr./sr. High School's student population of 445 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
United Jr./sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United Jr./sr. High School is 0.21, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
United Jr./sr. High School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are United Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
United Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monmouth-roseville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 United Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of United Jr./sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend United Jr./sr. High School?
445 students attend United Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of United Jr./sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of United Jr./sr. High School?
United Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does United Jr./sr. High School offer ?
United Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is United Jr./sr. High School part of?
United Jr./sr. High School is part of United CUSD 304 School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
It's not a bad place to be for four years. Good environment but not many diverse opportunities. Wonderfully supportive music department
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