Serving 470 students in grades 9-12, Harlan Community 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harlan Community High School's student population of 470 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlan Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan Community High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
48%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Community High School's ranking?
Harlan Community High School is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harlan Community High School often compared to?
Harlan Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excel - Englewood High School, Tilden Career Communty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan Community High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan Community High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harlan Community High School?
470 students attend Harlan Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harlan Community High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan Community High School?
Harlan Community High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan Community High School offer ?
Harlan Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlan Community High School part of?
Harlan Community High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan Community High School located?
Harlan Community High School is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
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