Serving 2,689 students in grades 9-12, Wm Fremd High School ranks in the top 5% 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 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wm Fremd High School serves the northern part of Palatine, IL, covering an area of approximately 19.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wm Fremd 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
Wm Fremd High School's student population of 2,689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,689 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Wm Fremd High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wm Fremd 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
#140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
33%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
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)14.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
Showing 2004–2015. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wm Fremd High School's ranking?
Wm Fremd High School is ranked #140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wm Fremd High School often compared to?
Wm Fremd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J B Conant High School, Palatine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wm Fremd High School?
The graduation rate of Wm Fremd High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Wm Fremd High School?
2,689 students attend Wm Fremd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wm Fremd High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wm Fremd High School?
Wm Fremd High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wm Fremd High School offer ?
Wm Fremd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wm Fremd High School part of?
Wm Fremd High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
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