Serving 1,443 students in grades 9-12, Fenton 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 72% 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: 1,443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fenton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fenton High School's student population of 1,443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fenton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fenton High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1807 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
64%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fenton High School's ranking?
Fenton High School is ranked #1807 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fenton High School often compared to?
Fenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison Trail High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fenton High School?
The graduation rate of Fenton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fenton High School?
1,443 students attend Fenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fenton High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fenton High School?
Fenton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fenton High School offer ?
Fenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fenton High School part of?
Fenton High School is part of Fenton CHSD 100 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/1/2020
Students I know graduating from Fenton go to top ranked colleges. Also, the AP School of the year nationwide.
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