Wheaton North High School, locally referred to as "North" is a public four-year high school in Wheaton, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. It is one of two high schools that are part of Community Unit School District 200, the other being Wheaton Warrenville South High School.
Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Wheaton North High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 40% 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: 1,863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheaton North High School serves the northeast part of Wheaton, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheaton North 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
Wheaton North High School's student population of 1,863 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,863 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Wheaton North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheaton North High School is 0.59, 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
#516 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheaton North High School's ranking?
Wheaton North High School is ranked #516 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wheaton North High School often compared to?
Wheaton North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheaton Warrenville South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheaton North High School?
The graduation rate of Wheaton North High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Wheaton North High School?
1,863 students attend Wheaton North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wheaton North High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheaton North High School?
Wheaton North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheaton North High School offer ?
Wheaton North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wheaton North High School part of?
Wheaton North High School is part of CUSD 200 School District.
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