Serving 2,758 students in grades 9-12, Oswego East 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oswego East High School serves the northeast part of Oswego, IL, covering an area of approximately 24.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 5.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oswego East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oswego East High School's student population of 2,758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,758 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Our mission is to promote the positive growth of each student.
School Rankings
Oswego East 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 Oswego East High School is 0.69, 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
#912 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver and Blue
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oswego East High School's ranking?
Oswego East High School is ranked #912 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oswego East High School often compared to?
Oswego East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oswego 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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oswego East High School?
The graduation rate of Oswego East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Oswego East High School?
2,758 students attend Oswego East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Oswego East High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oswego East High School?
Oswego East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oswego East High School offer ?
Oswego East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oswego East High School part of?
Oswego East High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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