Schaumburg High School, also known as SHS, is a public four-year high school located in Schaumburg, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, United States.
Serving 2,416 students in grades 9-12, Schaumburg High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schaumburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Schaumburg High School's student population of 2,416 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Gold, Silver, Cardinal
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Saxons
School Rankings
Schaumburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schaumburg High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#638 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Siegie Saxon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schaumburg High School's ranking?
Schaumburg High School is ranked #638 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Schaumburg High School often compared to?
Schaumburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J B Conant High School, Hoffman Estates High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Schaumburg High School?
The graduation rate of Schaumburg High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Schaumburg High School?
2,416 students attend Schaumburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Schaumburg High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schaumburg High School?
Schaumburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schaumburg High School offer ?
Schaumburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Schaumburg High School part of?
Schaumburg High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
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