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Bloom High School
High School · Bloom Twp HSD 206
101 W 10th St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
1,832
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,832
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,730 of 3,813
In Chicago Heights
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Bloom Twp HSD 206
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Bloom High School
Bloom High School is a public high school in Chicago Heights, IL, part of Bloom Twp HSD 206. Bloom High School serves approximately 1,832 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloom High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,730 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Bloom High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bloom High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
53% of students at Bloom High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bloom High School — Students at Bloom High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Bloom High School Compares
See how Bloom High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
101 W 10th St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bloom High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chicago Heights Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Chicago Hts), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago Heights, see our Chicago Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood | 2.3 mi | — |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bloom Trail High School Chicago Heights, IL | 5.2 |
| Bremen High School Midlothian, IL | 5.2 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon, IL | 5.2 |
| Pekin Community High School Pekin, IL | 5.3 |
| Danville High School Danville, IL | 5.1 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bloom High School
What grades does Bloom High School serve?
Bloom High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bloom High School?
Bloom High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,832 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloom High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bloom High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bloom High School rank in IL?
Bloom High School ranks #2,730 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Bloom High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bloom High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bloom High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloom High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bloom High School a charter school?
No, Bloom High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bloom High School a Title I school?
No, Bloom High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bloom High School?
84.1% of students at Bloom High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,832
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (708) 755-1122
Resources & Links
District
Bloom Twp HSD 206- District Enrollment
- 3,104
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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