Rolling Meadows High School, RMHS, is a public four-year high school located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Township High School District 214, the second largest high school district in Illinois, after Township High School District 211.
Serving 1,956 students in grades 9-12, Rolling Meadows 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolling Meadows High School serves the west part of Rolling Meadows, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolling Meadows High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rolling Meadows High School's student population of 1,956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,956 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rolling Meadows 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 Rolling Meadows High School is 0.63, 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
#922 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Milo The Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling Meadows High School's ranking?
Rolling Meadows High School is ranked #922 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rolling Meadows High School often compared to?
Rolling Meadows High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect High School, John Hersey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rolling Meadows High School?
The graduation rate of Rolling Meadows High School is 91%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Rolling Meadows High School?
1,956 students attend Rolling Meadows High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rolling Meadows High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolling Meadows High School?
Rolling Meadows High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rolling Meadows High School offer ?
Rolling Meadows High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rolling Meadows High School part of?
Rolling Meadows High School is part of Township HSD 214 School District.
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