Pekin Community High School

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.
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

Student Demographics for Pekin Community High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,600
Hispanic72
Black17
Asian25
Two or More79
American Indian3
  • White
    1,600 (89.1 %)
  • Two or More
    79 (4.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    72 (4.0 %)
  • Asian
    25 (1.4 %)
  • Black
    17 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pekin Community High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9479
Grade 10472
Grade 11444
Grade 12401
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pekin Community High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83346.4%
Male96353.6%