Normal Community High School is a public high school located in Normal, Illinois that was founded in 1905. NCHS serves parts of Normal, Bloomington, and Towanda and is home to over 2,000 students with 150 faculty and staff.
Serving 2,079 students in grades 9-12, Normal Community High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,079 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Normal Community High School serves the southeast part of Normal, IL, covering an area of approximately 81 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Normal Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Normal Community High School's student population of 2,079 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,079 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Iron sharpens iron.
School Rankings
Normal Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Normal Community High School is 0.65, 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
#857 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
55%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
School Mascot
Ironmen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Normal Community High School's ranking?
Normal Community High School is ranked #857 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Normal Community High School often compared to?
Normal Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Normal Community West High School, Bloomington High School, University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Normal Community High School?
The graduation rate of Normal Community High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Normal Community High School?
2,079 students attend Normal Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Normal Community High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Normal Community High School?
Normal Community High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Normal Community High School offer ?
Normal Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Normal Community High School part of?
Normal Community High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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