Serving 1,419 students in grades 9-12, Vernon Hills High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Hills High School serves the southern part of Vernon Hills, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Hills 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
Vernon Hills High School's student population of 1,419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,419 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Vernon Hills High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon Hills High School is 0.67, 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
#197 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
23%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Cody The Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Hills High School's ranking?
Vernon Hills High School is ranked #197 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vernon Hills High School often compared to?
Vernon Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adlai E Stevenson High School, Libertyville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernon Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Vernon Hills High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Vernon Hills High School?
1,419 students attend Vernon Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Vernon Hills High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Hills High School?
Vernon Hills High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vernon Hills High School offer ?
Vernon Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vernon Hills High School part of?
Vernon Hills High School is part of CHSD 128 School District.
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