Serving 2,576 students in grades 9-12, Elgin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elgin High School serves the northern part of Elgin, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's edge and the furthest edge being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elgin High School's student population of 2,576 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,576 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elgin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elgin High School is 0.37, 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
#2775 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin High School's ranking?
Elgin High School is ranked #2775 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elgin High School often compared to?
Elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkin High School, Bartlett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin High School is 82%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Elgin High School?
2,576 students attend Elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Elgin High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin High School?
Elgin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elgin High School offer ?
Elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elgin High School part of?
Elgin High School is part of School District U-46.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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Mary Louise Smith And if you Have one of Helen Louise Revett the school nurse. Thank you for your time and help.
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