Overview

Pekin Community High School is a public school in Pekin, IL, offering AP courses and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is the only high school in Pekin Community School District 303.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Pekin Community High School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

1903 Court Street
Pekin, IL 61554
School leader: Mr Joel Schmieg
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