Hinsdale Central High School, or HCHS is a public four-year high school located at the corner of W. 55th St. and S. Grant St. in Hinsdale, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois. It is located in the United States.
Serving 2,445 students in grades 9-12, Hinsdale Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinsdale Central High School serves the northern part of Hinsdale, IL, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinsdale Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hinsdale Central High School's student population of 2,445 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 174 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,445 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
174 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1879
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Hinsdale Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinsdale Central High School is 0.59, 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
#52 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
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
6%
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
96%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinsdale Central High School's ranking?
Hinsdale Central High School is ranked #52 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hinsdale Central High School often compared to?
Hinsdale Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hinsdale South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinsdale Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hinsdale Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Hinsdale Central High School?
2,445 students attend Hinsdale Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hinsdale Central High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale Central High School?
Hinsdale Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Central High School offer ?
Hinsdale Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hinsdale Central High School part of?
Hinsdale Central High School is part of Hinsdale TWP HSD 86 School District.
School Calendar
View the Hinsdale Central High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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