Serving 2,454 students in grades 9-12, Maine South High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maine South High School's student population of 2,454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maine South High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine South High School is 0.32, 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
#162 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine South High School's ranking?
Maine South High School is ranked #162 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maine South High School often compared to?
Maine South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine South High School?
The graduation rate of Maine South High School is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maine South High School?
2,454 students attend Maine South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Maine South High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maine South High School?
Maine South High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maine South High School offer ?
Maine South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine South High School part of?
Maine South High School is part of Maine Township HSD 207 School District.
School Calendar
View the Maine South High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School for Seniors
May 14, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School - 9th Grade Only
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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