William Claude Reavis High School simply known as Reavis is a public high school located in Burbank, Illinois., a near southwest suburb of Chicago. It is named for Dr. William Claude Reavis, a professor at the University of Chicago who played a major role in guaranteeing its completion.
Serving 1,930 students in grades 9-12, Reavis 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1,930 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reavis High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Burbank, IL, covering approximately 9.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum span of 4.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reavis High School's student population of 1,930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,930 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Motto
Once a Ram, always a Ram!
School Rankings
Reavis 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 Reavis High School is 0.49, 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
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Ricky The Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reavis High School's ranking?
Reavis High School is ranked #2407 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reavis High School often compared to?
Reavis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victor J Andrew High School, Oak Lawn Comm High School, Amos Alonzo Stagg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reavis High School?
The graduation rate of Reavis High School is 87%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Reavis High School?
1,930 students attend Reavis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Reavis High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reavis High School?
Reavis High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reavis High School offer ?
Reavis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reavis High School part of?
Reavis High School is part of Reavis TWP HSD 220 School District.
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