Serving 1,396 students in grades 9-12, Fenton 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 1,396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fenton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bensenville, IL, covering approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fenton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fenton High School's student population of 1,396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,396 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Fenton 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 Fenton High School is 0.48, 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
#2145 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
24%
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
87%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fenton High School's ranking?
Fenton High School is ranked #2145 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fenton High School often compared to?
Fenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison Trail High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fenton High School?
The graduation rate of Fenton High School is 87%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Fenton High School?
1,396 students attend Fenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Fenton High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fenton High School?
Fenton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fenton High School offer ?
Fenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fenton High School part of?
Fenton High School is part of Fenton CHSD 100 School District.
School Reviews
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