Grayslake North High School is a public high school located in Grayslake, Illinois and is part of Grayslake Community High School District 127. The school's enrollment is 1,530.
Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, Grayslake North 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 1,208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grayslake North High School serves the northern part of Grayslake, IL, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grayslake North 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
Grayslake North High School's student population of 1,208 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,208 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grayslake North 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 Grayslake North High School is 0.63, 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
#862 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Mascot
Nigel The Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grayslake North High School's ranking?
Grayslake North High School is ranked #862 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grayslake North High School often compared to?
Grayslake North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grayslake Central High School, Lakes Community High School, Warren Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grayslake North High School?
The graduation rate of Grayslake North High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Grayslake North High School?
1,208 students attend Grayslake North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grayslake North High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grayslake North High School?
Grayslake North High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grayslake North High School offer ?
Grayslake North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grayslake North High School part of?
Grayslake North High School is part of Grayslake CHSD 127 School District.
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