Serving 2,264 students in grades 9-12, Larkin 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 2,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larkin High School's student population of 2,264 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Larkin 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 Larkin High School is 0.47, 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
#2777 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
71%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larkin High School's ranking?
Larkin High School is ranked #2777 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Larkin High School often compared to?
Larkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Larkin High School?
The graduation rate of Larkin High School is 82%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Larkin High School?
2,264 students attend Larkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Larkin High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larkin High School?
Larkin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Larkin High School offer ?
Larkin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Larkin High School part of?
Larkin High School is part of School District U-46.
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