Serving 1,938 students in grades 9-12, Hampshire 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 1,938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampshire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hampshire High School's student population of 1,938 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampshire 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 Hampshire High School is 0.59, 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
#1041 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampshire High School's ranking?
Hampshire High School is ranked #1041 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hampshire High School often compared to?
Hampshire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampshire High School?
The graduation rate of Hampshire High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hampshire High School?
1,938 students attend Hampshire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hampshire High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampshire High School?
Hampshire High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampshire High School offer ?
Hampshire High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hampshire High School part of?
Hampshire High School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2024 General Election Day - Offices/Schools Closed
November 05, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - Offices/Schools Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
December 31, 2024 (Tuesday)
Martin Luther King Day - Offices/Schools Closed
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
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