Elgin High School

1200 Maroon Dr
Elgin, IL 60120
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,750 students in grades 9-12, Elgin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,750 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : 82% (Btm 50% in IL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Elgin High School's student population of 2,750 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,750 students
This chart displays total students of Elgin High School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Elgin High School
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Elgin High School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Elgin High School by grade.

School Rankings

Elgin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elgin High School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2594 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Elgin High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
14%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Elgin High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
11%
30%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Elgin High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
47%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Elgin High School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Elgin High School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
77%
27%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Elgin High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
5%
17%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Elgin High School and the percentage of Black public school students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
9%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Elgin High School and the percentage of White public school students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Elgin High School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Elgin High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Illinois.
0.40
This chart displays the diversity score of Elgin High School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
82%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Elgin High School and public school graduation rate of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Elgin High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Elgin High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elgin High School's ranking?
Elgin High School is ranked #2594 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elgin High School often compared to?
Elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkin High School, Bartlett High School, South Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin High School is 82%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elgin High School?
2,750 students attend Elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elgin High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elgin High School?
Elgin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elgin High School offer ?
Elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elgin High School part of?
Elgin High School is part of School District U-46.

School Reviews

5   11/12/2014
Would you please try and send me a Picture of a Teacher. From back in 1935 & 1936 or 1937 of Mary Louise Smith And if you Have one of Helen Louise Revett the school nurse. Thank you for your time and help. Robert
- Posted by Student/Alumni - lolit

Review Elgin High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,750 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Quick Links