South Elgin High School, opened August 24, 2005, is a four-year high school located in South Elgin, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Elgin Area School District U46. The school is located on property formerly owned by the Kenyon Brothers Dairy Farms.
Serving 2,665 students in grades 9-12, South Elgin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 2,665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elgin High School serves the southwest part of its school district in South Elgin, IL, covering an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elgin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Elgin High School's student population of 2,665 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 174 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,665 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
174 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
South Elgin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elgin 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
#1502 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Striker
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elgin High School's ranking?
South Elgin High School is ranked #1502 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Elgin High School often compared to?
South Elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Elgin High School?
The graduation rate of South Elgin High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend South Elgin High School?
2,665 students attend South Elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Elgin High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elgin High School?
South Elgin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Elgin High School offer ?
South Elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Elgin High School part of?
South Elgin High School is part of School District U-46.
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