Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, Sycamore High School ranks in the top 30% 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 29% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sycamore, IL, covering approximately 82.5 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sycamore High School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,161 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore 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 Sycamore High School is 0.35, 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
#1039 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mr. Spartan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore High School's ranking?
Sycamore High School is ranked #1039 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sycamore High School often compared to?
Sycamore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dekalb High School, Genoa-kingston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Sycamore High School?
The graduation rate of Sycamore High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Sycamore High School?
1,161 students attend Sycamore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sycamore High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore High School?
Sycamore High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sycamore High School offer ?
Sycamore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sycamore High School part of?
Sycamore High School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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