York Community High School is a public secondary school in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States. It is a part of the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205. Most of the students reside in Elmhurst; however, the district also draws a small number of students from Addison, Bensenville, and Oak Brook.
Serving 2,590 students in grades 9-12, York Comm High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 2,590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: York Community High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elmhurst, IL, covering approximately 12.1 square miles. Typically, it takes 5-10 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Comm 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
York Comm High School's student population of 2,590 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Year Founded
1918
School Calendar
School Rankings
York Comm 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 York Comm High School is 0.49, 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
#307 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
69%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Kelly green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York Comm High School's ranking?
York Comm High School is ranked #307 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are York Comm High School often compared to?
York Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willowbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of York Comm High School?
The graduation rate of York Comm High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend York Comm High School?
2,590 students attend York Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of York Comm High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Comm High School?
York Comm High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does York Comm High School offer ?
York Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is York Comm High School part of?
York Comm High School is part of Elmhurst SD 205 School District.
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