Urbana High School is the only public high school in Urbana, Illinois and was established in 1872.
Serving 1,176 students in grades 9-12, Urbana High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Urbana High School serves the entire Urbana, IL district, encompassing an area of approximately 44.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Urbana High School's student population of 1,176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urbana High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urbana High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1994 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana High School's ranking?
Urbana High School is ranked #1994 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Urbana High School often compared to?
Urbana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, University Of Illinois High School, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urbana High School?
The graduation rate of Urbana High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urbana High School?
1,176 students attend Urbana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Urbana High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbana High School?
Urbana High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urbana High School offer ?
Urbana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urbana High School part of?
Urbana High School is part of Urbana SD 116 School District.
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