Serving 2,930 students in grades 9-12, Minooka Community 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 2,930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minooka Community High School's student population of 2,930 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minooka Community 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 Minooka Community High School is 0.49, 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
#1100 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minooka Community High School's ranking?
Minooka Community High School is ranked #1100 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Minooka Community High School often compared to?
Minooka Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minooka Community High School?
The graduation rate of Minooka Community High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Minooka Community High School?
2,930 students attend Minooka Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Minooka Community High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minooka Community High School?
Minooka Community High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Minooka Community High School offer ?
Minooka Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Minooka Community High School part of?
Minooka Community High School is part of Minooka CHSD 111 School District.
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