Gail Mckinzie High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gail Mckinzie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)2%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)29%
26%
Black
(19-20)38%
17%
White
(19-20)26%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)5%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gail Mckinzie High School often compared to?
Gail Mckinzie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metea Valley 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 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gail Mckinzie High School?
The graduation rate of Gail Mckinzie High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gail Mckinzie High School?
42 students attend Gail Mckinzie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gail Mckinzie High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Gail Mckinzie High School offer ?
Gail Mckinzie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gail Mckinzie High School part of?
Gail Mckinzie High School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gail Mckinzie High School located?
Gail Mckinzie High School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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