New Trier High School is a public four-year high school whose main campus for sophomores through seniors is in Winnetka, Illinois, United States, with a campus in Northfield, Illinois, for first-year classes and district administration.
Serving 2,770 students in grades 10-12, New Trier Township H S Winnetka ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for New Trier Township High School in Winnetka, IL, encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 19.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Trier Township H S Winnetka ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Trier Township H S Winnetka's student population of 2,770 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 246 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,770 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
246 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Motto
To commit minds to inquiry, hearts to compassion, and lives to the service of humanity.
School Rankings
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 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 New Trier Township H S Winnetka is 0.43, 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
#47 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)35.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Silver
School Mascot
Trevian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Trier Township H S Winnetka's ranking?
New Trier Township H S Winnetka is ranked #47 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Trier Township H S Winnetka often compared to?
New Trier Township H S Winnetkais often viewed alongside schools like Evanston Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Winnetka?
The graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Winnetka is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend New Trier Township H S Winnetka?
2,770 students attend New Trier Township H S Winnetka.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of New Trier Township H S Winnetka students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Trier Township H S Winnetka?
New Trier Township H S Winnetka has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Trier Township H S Winnetka offer ?
New Trier Township H S Winnetka offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is New Trier Township H S Winnetka part of?
New Trier Township H S Winnetka is part of New Trier TWP HSD 203 School District.
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