Harry D. Jacobs High School is a public high school for students in grades 9 through 12 located in Algonquin, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, serving students from the west half of the Village ...
Serving 2,056 students in grades 9-12, Harry D Jacobs 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry D Jacobs High School serves the northeast part of Algonquin, IL, covering an area of approximately 16.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry D Jacobs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harry D Jacobs High School's student population of 2,056 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,056 students
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry D Jacobs 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 Harry D Jacobs High School is 0.60, 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
#911 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry D Jacobs High School's ranking?
Harry D Jacobs High School is ranked #911 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harry D Jacobs High School often compared to?
Harry D Jacobs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dundee-crown High School, Huntley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harry D Jacobs High School?
The graduation rate of Harry D Jacobs High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harry D Jacobs High School?
2,056 students attend Harry D Jacobs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Harry D Jacobs High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Harry D Jacobs High School?
Harry D Jacobs High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry D Jacobs High School offer ?
Harry D Jacobs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harry D Jacobs High School part of?
Harry D Jacobs High School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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