Serving 2,174 students in grades 9-12, Larkin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larkin High School serves the northwest part of Elgin, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larkin High School's student population of 2,174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,174 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Larkin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larkin High School is 0.44, 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
#3074 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
80%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Royal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larkin High School's ranking?
Larkin High School is ranked #3074 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Larkin High School often compared to?
Larkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elgin High School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Larkin High School?
The graduation rate of Larkin High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Larkin High School?
2,174 students attend Larkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Larkin High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larkin High School?
Larkin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larkin High School offer ?
Larkin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Larkin High School part of?
Larkin High School is part of School District U-46.
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