Serving 2,612 students in grades 9-12, Naperville Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naperville Central 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
Naperville Central High School's student population of 2,612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Naperville Central 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 Naperville Central High School is 0.53, 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
#122 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naperville Central High School's ranking?
Naperville Central High School is ranked #122 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Naperville Central High School often compared to?
Naperville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naperville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Naperville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Naperville Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Naperville Central High School?
2,612 students attend Naperville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Naperville Central High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Naperville Central High School?
Naperville Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Naperville Central High School offer ?
Naperville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Naperville Central High School part of?
Naperville Central High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
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