Maine East High School

2601 Dempster St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,921 students in grades 9-12, Maine East High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,921 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 89% (Top 50% in IL)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : Maine East High School serves the northeast part of Park Ridge, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Maine East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Maine East High School's student population of 1,921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,921 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1902
Campus Size
0.08 sq miles

School Rankings

Maine East High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine East High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

22%
27%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

27%
30%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
25%
29%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
5%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
35%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
65%
0.72

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

89%
87.6%
(22-23)
30.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

Colors
White, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maine East High School's ranking?
Maine East High School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maine East High School often compared to?
Maine East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine South High School, Maine West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine East High School?
The graduation rate of Maine East High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Maine East High School?
1,921 students attend Maine East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Maine East High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maine East High School?
Maine East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maine East High School offer ?
Maine East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine East High School part of?
Maine East High School is part of Maine Township HSD 207 School District.

School Calendar

View the Maine East High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Spring Break-No School
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Odd Bell Schedule - Seniors Last Day
May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)
Planned Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,921 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 89% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : Maine East High School serves the northeast part of Park Ridge, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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