Serving 2,154 students in grades 9-12, Normal Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Normal Community 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
Normal Community High School's student population of 2,154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Normal Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Normal Community High School is 0.59, 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
#707 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
13%
17%
White
61%
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
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Normal Community High School's ranking?
Normal Community High School is ranked #707 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Normal Community High School often compared to?
Normal Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Normal Community West High School, Bloomington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Normal Community High School?
The graduation rate of Normal Community High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Normal Community High School?
2,154 students attend Normal Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Normal Community High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Normal Community High School?
Normal Community High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Normal Community High School offer ?
Normal Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Normal Community High School part of?
Normal Community High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
School Calendar
View the Normal Community High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Pre-K last day
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
Tentative Last Day - Early Release (IF - no emergency days used)
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
Holiday - No Summer School (School Closed)
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
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