Serving 496 students in grades 9-12, North Boone 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Boone High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Poplar Grove, IL, covering approximately 109.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Boone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Boone High School's student population of 496 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Boone 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 North Boone High School is 0.54, 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Boone High School's ranking?
North Boone High School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Boone High School often compared to?
North Boone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belvidere North High School, Belvidere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Boone High School?
The graduation rate of North Boone High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend North Boone High School?
496 students attend North Boone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of North Boone High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Boone High School?
North Boone High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Boone High School offer ?
North Boone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Boone High School part of?
North Boone High School is part of North Boone CUSD 200 School District.
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