Serving 1,348 students in grades 9-12, Cary-grove Community 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cary-grove Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cary-grove Community High School's student population of 1,348 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cary-grove Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cary-grove Community High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#790 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cary-grove Community High School's ranking?
Cary-grove Community High School is ranked #790 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cary-grove Community High School often compared to?
Cary-grove Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Ridge High School, Crystal Lake Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cary-grove Community High School?
The graduation rate of Cary-grove Community High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cary-grove Community High School?
1,348 students attend Cary-grove Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cary-grove Community High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cary-grove Community High School?
Cary-grove Community High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cary-grove Community High School offer ?
Cary-grove Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cary-grove Community High School part of?
Cary-grove Community High School is part of CHSD 155 School District.
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