Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, North-grand 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North-Grand High School serves the north part of its district in Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North-grand High School's student population of 1,061 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,061 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
North-grand 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-grand High School is 0.37, 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
#3506 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
77%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
1%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North-grand High School's ranking?
North-grand High School is ranked #3506 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North-grand High School?
The graduation rate of North-grand High School is 84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend North-grand High School?
1,061 students attend North-grand High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North-grand High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North-grand High School?
North-grand High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North-grand High School offer ?
North-grand High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North-grand High School part of?
North-grand High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is North-grand High School located?
North-grand High School is located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in Humboldt Park.
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