Serving 1,910 students in grades 9-12, A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)'s student population of 1,910 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
21%
17%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)'s ranking?
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) is ranked #2047 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) often compared to?
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)is often viewed alongside schools like Amos Alonzo Stagg High School, Carl Sandburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)?
The graduation rate of A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)?
1,910 students attend A B Shepard High Sch (Campus).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)?
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) offer ?
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) part of?
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) is part of CHSD 218 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Seniors Last Day of Student Attendance (Shepard)
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day for Student Attendance for Second Semester (Shepard)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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