Serving 2,062 students in grades 9-12, Niles North 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 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Niles North High School's student population of 2,062 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 185 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
185 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niles North High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles North High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#814 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
5%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
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 Niles North High School's ranking?
Niles North High School is ranked #814 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Niles North High School often compared to?
Niles North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niles West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niles North High School?
The graduation rate of Niles North High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niles North High School?
2,062 students attend Niles North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Niles North High School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niles North High School?
Niles North High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Niles North High School offer ?
Niles North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Niles North High School part of?
Niles North High School is part of Niles TWP HSD 219 School District.
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