Serving 2,259 students in grades 9-12, Victor J Andrew High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 2,259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Victor J Andrew High School's student population of 2,259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Victor J Andrew High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Victor J Andrew High School is 0.43, 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
#977 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Victor J Andrew High School's ranking?
Victor J Andrew High School is ranked #977 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Victor J Andrew High School often compared to?
Victor J Andrew High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tinley Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 Victor J Andrew High School?
The graduation rate of Victor J Andrew High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Victor J Andrew High School?
2,259 students attend Victor J Andrew High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Victor J Andrew High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Victor J Andrew High School?
Victor J Andrew High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Victor J Andrew High School offer ?
Victor J Andrew High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Victor J Andrew High School part of?
Victor J Andrew High School is part of Cons HSD 230 School District.
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