Serving 2,589 students in grades 9-12, Naperville Central High School ranks in the top 5% 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Naperville Central High School serves the southern part of Naperville, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naperville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Naperville Central High School's student population of 2,589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 185 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
185 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1863
School Calendar
School Rankings
Naperville Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Naperville Central High School is 0.57, 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
#170 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
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
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
97%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
"redhawks"
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naperville Central High School's ranking?
Naperville Central High School is ranked #170 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Naperville Central High School often compared to?
Naperville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naperville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Naperville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Naperville Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Naperville Central High School?
2,589 students attend Naperville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Naperville Central High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naperville Central High School?
Naperville Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Naperville Central High School offer ?
Naperville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Naperville Central High School part of?
Naperville Central High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Naperville Central High School located?
Naperville Central 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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