Huntley High School is a public high school in Huntley, Illinois, United States. The catchment area includes Consolidated School District 158, which includes all of Huntley as well as parts of Lake in the Hills, Algonquin, and other surrounding communities and rural areas.
Serving 2,856 students in grades 9-12, Huntley 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 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Huntley High School's student population of 2,856 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Learning Community Will Inspire, Challenge and Empower All Students Always.
School Rankings
Huntley 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 Huntley High School is 0.45, 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
#805 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntley High School's ranking?
Huntley High School is ranked #805 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Huntley High School often compared to?
Huntley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry D Jacobs High School, Crystal Lake South 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Huntley High School?
The graduation rate of Huntley High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Huntley High School?
2,856 students attend Huntley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Huntley High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntley High School?
Huntley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huntley High School offer ?
Huntley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Huntley High School part of?
Huntley High School is part of Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158 School District.
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