Adlai E. Stevenson High School, commonly called Stevenson High School, is a four-year public high school located in Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States. It is named after Adlai E. Stevenson II, the 31st Governor of Illinois.
Serving 4,758 students in grades 9-12, Adlai E Stevenson High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Adlai E Stevenson High School's attendance zone is located in Lincolnshire, IL, covering an area of approximately 41.4 square miles, which spans the entire school district. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.6 miles, with the furthest edge being 6.7 miles away, and most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adlai E Stevenson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adlai E Stevenson High School's student population of 4,758 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 298 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
4,758 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
298 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
Campus Size
76 acres
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Adlai E Stevenson High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adlai E Stevenson 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
#29 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
44%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adlai E Stevenson High School's ranking?
Adlai E Stevenson High School is ranked #29 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Adlai E Stevenson High School often compared to?
Adlai E Stevenson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adlai E Stevenson High School?
The graduation rate of Adlai E Stevenson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Adlai E Stevenson High School?
4,758 students attend Adlai E Stevenson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Adlai E Stevenson High School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adlai E Stevenson High School?
Adlai E Stevenson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Adlai E Stevenson High School offer ?
Adlai E Stevenson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Adlai E Stevenson High School part of?
Adlai E Stevenson High School is part of Adlai E Stevenson HSD 125 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Non-attendance Day)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Non-attendance Day)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Non-attendance Day)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
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