Serving 931 students in grades 9-12, Evergreen Park High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Evergreen Park High School's student population of 931 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
931 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Evergreen Park High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evergreen Park High School is 0.69, 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
#1523 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
32%
17%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Park High School's ranking?
Evergreen Park High School is ranked #1523 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Evergreen Park High School often compared to?
Evergreen Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fenger Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Evergreen Park High School?
The graduation rate of Evergreen Park High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Evergreen Park High School?
931 students attend Evergreen Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Evergreen Park High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Park High School?
Evergreen Park High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evergreen Park High School offer ?
Evergreen Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Evergreen Park High School part of?
Evergreen Park High School is part of Evergreen Park CHSD 231 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No Classes
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors Last Day of School
May 16, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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