Serving 1,301 students in grades 9-12, Crystal Lake South High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Lake South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Crystal Lake South High School's student population of 1,301 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal Lake South High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Lake South High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#759 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lake South High School's ranking?
Crystal Lake South High School is ranked #759 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Crystal Lake South High School often compared to?
Crystal Lake South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Lake Central High School, Huntley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crystal Lake South High School?
The graduation rate of Crystal Lake South High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Crystal Lake South High School?
1,301 students attend Crystal Lake South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Crystal Lake South High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crystal Lake South High School?
Crystal Lake South High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crystal Lake South High School offer ?
Crystal Lake South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crystal Lake South High School part of?
Crystal Lake South High School is part of CHSD 155 School District.
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