Serving 1,749 students in grades 9-12, Mather 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 13% (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 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mather High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mather High School's student population of 1,749 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mather 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 Mather High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2622 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
47%
27%
Black
15%
17%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mather High School's ranking?
Mather High School is ranked #2622 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mather High School often compared to?
Mather High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% 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 Mather High School?
The graduation rate of Mather High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mather High School?
1,749 students attend Mather High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mather High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mather High School?
Mather High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mather High School offer ?
Mather High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mather High School part of?
Mather High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mather High School located?
Mather High School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Mather General Calendar)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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