Serving 2,495 students in grades 9-12, Maine South High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 20% 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: 2,495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maine South High School's student population of 2,495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maine South High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine South High School is 0.35, 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
#192 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine South High School's ranking?
Maine South High School is ranked #192 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maine South High School often compared to?
Maine South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine South High School?
The graduation rate of Maine South High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maine South High School?
2,495 students attend Maine South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Maine South High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maine South High School?
Maine South High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maine South High School offer ?
Maine South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine South High School part of?
Maine South High School is part of Maine Township HSD 207 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day For Seniors
May 13, 2025 (Tuesday)
Last Day for Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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