Downers Grove North High School is public high school situated in the city of Downers Grove in the Illinois state of the United States. The school was established in 1928.
Serving 2,082 students in grades 9-12, Community H S Dist 99 - North 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,082 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S covers approximately 15.9 square miles in the northern part of Downers Grove, IL, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest point of this area is about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School's student population of 2,082 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 152 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,082 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
152 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
Campus Size
1 building
School Rankings
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community H S Dist 99 - North High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community H S Dist 99 - North High School's ranking?
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School is ranked #437 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Community H S Dist 99 - North High School often compared to?
Community H S Dist 99 - North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community H S Dist 99 - South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community H S Dist 99 - North High School?
The graduation rate of Community H S Dist 99 - North High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Community H S Dist 99 - North High School?
2,082 students attend Community H S Dist 99 - North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Community H S Dist 99 - North High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community H S Dist 99 - North High School?
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Community H S Dist 99 - North High School offer ?
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Community H S Dist 99 - North High School part of?
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School is part of CHSD 99 School District.
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