North Chicago Sd 187 School District
School District · North Chicago, Illinois
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
8
5 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,023
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
8
5 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,023
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#158 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$20,023
+$3,333 vs Illinois median
District size
3,483 students
Much larger than Illinois median
About North Chicago Sd 187
North Chicago Sd 187 is a North Chicago, Illinois school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 3,483 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. The district invests $20,023 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.0/10, North Chicago Sd 187 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Forrestal Elem School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, North Chicago Sd 187 students show an average math proficiency of 9.5% and ELA proficiency of 12.5%.
The district includes 5 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Chicago Sd 187, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Chicago Sd 187 with test data.
Schools in North Chicago Sd 187
8 schools Elementary Schools 5
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- North Chicago
- Total Enrollment
- 3,483
- Teachers (FTE)
- 261
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Chicago Sd 187?
North Chicago Sd 187 has 8 schools in total — 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Chicago Sd 187?
The average composite rating for North Chicago Sd 187 is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Chicago Sd 187?
North Chicago Sd 187 spends $20,023 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Chicago Sd 187?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Chicago Sd 187 is 13.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Chicago Sd 187?
Forrestal Elem School is the highest-rated school in North Chicago Sd 187 with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in North Chicago Sd 187?
Across schools in North Chicago Sd 187 with test data, the average math proficiency is 9.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 12.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Chicago Sd 187 compare to other districts in Illinois?
North Chicago Sd 187 has an average school rating of 7.0/10 across 8 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 9.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 12.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in IL
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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