Pekin Community High School
1,796 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pekin Community High School (PCHS), located at 1903 Court St in Pekin, Illinois, serves as the primary public secondary educational institution for the community. As a cornerstone of the Pekin Public Schools District 303, the high school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is well-regarded for its wide array of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational training, and specialized support services aimed at fostering student growth across diverse learning needs.
Beyond the classroom, Pekin Community High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that is central to the student experience. The school, home to the "Dragons," is highly active in interscholastic athletics, competing within the Mid-Illini Conference. In addition to sports, the institution supports a robust selection of clubs, performing arts programs, and leadership organizations that encourage civic engagement and personal development. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a deep commitment to community involvement, PCHS plays a pivotal role in shaping the social and intellectual life of the Pekin area.
Beyond the classroom, Pekin Community High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that is central to the student experience. The school, home to the "Dragons," is highly active in interscholastic athletics, competing within the Mid-Illini Conference. In addition to sports, the institution supports a robust selection of clubs, performing arts programs, and leadership organizations that encourage civic engagement and personal development. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a deep commitment to community involvement, PCHS plays a pivotal role in shaping the social and intellectual life of the Pekin area.
1,796
Total Students
111.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,600 |
| Hispanic | 72 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 79 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White1,600 (89.1 %)
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Two or More79 (4.4 %)
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Hispanic72 (4.0 %)
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Asian25 (1.4 %)
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Black17 (0.9 %)
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American Indian3 (0.2 %)
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: | Pekin CSD 303 |
| Phone: | (309)347-4101 |
| Website: | http://www.pekinhigh.net |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,796 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 111.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
479
Grade 10
472
Grade 11
444
Grade 12
401
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 479 |
| Grade 10 | 472 |
| Grade 11 | 444 |
| Grade 12 | 401 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 833 | 46.4% |
| Male | 963 | 53.6% |
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