Stockton High School (Illinois)

Stockton High School in Stockton, Illinois, has remained an independent institution throughout its history, with no recent consolidations into its current form. While many rural schools in Illinois underwent consolidation during the 20th century, Stockton High School has largely maintained its autonomy, serving as the primary educational facility for the Stockton community. Historical records suggest that while surrounding communities may have once had their own high schools, these have either closed or were integrated into other districts long before recent decades. The school’s longstanding role in the community highlights its importance as a stable and central educational institution in Jo Daviess County. Potential reference/citation: ==Academics==

Based on the Illinois School Report Card for the 2018–19 school year, Stockton had a graduation rate of 95% and an Advanced Placement participation rate of 26%. Additionally, in 2019, Stockton ranked as the 5,757 best school in the United States, and 190 in Illinois based on U.S. News & World Report. ==Athletics and Activities==

Stockton High School competes in the Northwest Upstate Illini Conference and is a member school in the Illinois High School Association. Their mascot is the Blackhawks, with school colors of maroon and gold. The school has 6 state championships on record in team athletics and activities: Boys Football in 1979–1980 (2A) and 1991–1992 (1A), and Music in 2011–2012, 2012–2013, 2013–2014, and 2014–2015. Due to their small enrollment, SHS coops with neighboring high schools for several sports (Warren High School for Boys Baseball, Girls Softball, and Girls Track and Field (Combined Mascot is the "Warhawks"); and Lena-Winslow High School for Boys Wrestling (Combined mascot is the "Pantherhawks") . ==References==