Serving 1,661 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 40% 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: 1,661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park High School serves the eastern part of Highland Park, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland Park High School's student population of 1,661 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
Highland Park, IL
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Giants
School Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park High School is 0.55, 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
#304 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park High School's ranking?
Highland Park High School is ranked #304 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Highland Park High School often compared to?
Highland Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Highland Park High School?
1,661 students attend Highland Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Highland Park High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park High School?
Highland Park High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Park High School offer ?
Highland Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park High School part of?
Highland Park High School is part of Township HSD 113 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school. Very liberal minded. A tad segregated. It might be hard for people to move here not knowing anyone but no matter who you are (LGBT, black, white, women, etc) you will be accepted by the students and staff. Outstanding fine arts and music departments. Really good English and social studies departments. Math and science departments are weak. Counseling department and special education are heavily strong as well.
5 10/10/2025
...best school ever! In all my years after graduating from Highland Park High School and College (NIU) I have yet to see or hear of a more well-rounded liberal minded and traditionally respected high school than Highland Park High School. It provided academically challenging, hard work with a very diverse-minded staff as well as student population all which included quick trips to the Indiana Dunes as well as the opportunity to travel to England with the school's drama department. Don't get me wrong, I loved college and graduated with a degree in Journalism as well as being chosen to be the Graduate Assistant for the Journalism Department. These experiences, accomplishments and the like, have all served me well throughout ... but oh, my H.P.H.S. what a great start to a full and happy life -- Just thought you'd like to know! (Go Huskies)
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