Serving 2,468 students in grades 9-12, J B Conant High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Conant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
J B Conant High School's student population of 2,468 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J B Conant High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J B Conant High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Conant High School's ranking?
J B Conant High School is ranked #441 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J B Conant High School often compared to?
J B Conant High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wm Fremd High School, Schaumburg 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J B Conant High School?
The graduation rate of J B Conant High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend J B Conant High School?
2,468 students attend J B Conant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J B Conant High School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J B Conant High School?
J B Conant High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does J B Conant High School offer ?
J B Conant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is J B Conant High School part of?
J B Conant High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of the Regular School Year
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Summer Break (No School)
July 19, 2024 (Friday)
Summer Break (No School)
July 22, 2024 (Monday)
Summer Break (No School)
July 29, 2024 (Monday)
Summer Break (No School)
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
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