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Bloom Trail High School

High School · Bloom Twp HSD 206

22331 Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Enrollment

1,272

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,731 of 3,813

In Chicago Heights

#11 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Bloom Twp HSD 206

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Bloom Trail High School

Bloom Trail High School is a public high school in Chicago Heights, IL, part of Bloom Twp HSD 206. Bloom Trail High School serves approximately 1,272 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloom Trail High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,731 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Bloom Trail High School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Bloom Trail 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation12.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,244
Chronic Absenteeism52.7%

Bloom Trail High School — Students at Bloom Trail High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2010
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
7%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Bloom Trail High School Compares

See how Bloom Trail High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in IL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
12.7% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·38 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

22331 Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bloom Trail High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wagoner Elem (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Sauk Village), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago Heights, see our Chicago Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights 1.3 mi
HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights 1.3 mi
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center Ford Heights 1.5 mi 5.6
STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sauk Village 1.4 mi
Wagoner Elem Sauk Village 1.5 mi 7.0
Strassburg Elem Sauk Village 1.5 mi 6.2
Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr Ford Heights 2.0 mi 3.8
Steger Intermediate Center Steger 2.0 mi 3.5
Rickover Jr High School Sauk Village 2.0 mi 2.4
Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights 2.0 mi 6.0
Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights 2.2 mi 8.7
FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger 2.3 mi
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights 2.2 mi 7.2
Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights 2.4 mi 2.6
U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights 2.4 mi 6.3
Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights 2.7 mi 6.0
Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights 2.7 mi 6.6
ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights 2.7 mi 5.2
Columbia Central School Steger 2.9 mi 4.1
Crete Elementary School Crete 3.2 mi 5.7

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bloom Trail High School

What grades does Bloom Trail High School serve?

Bloom Trail High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bloom Trail High School?

Bloom Trail High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloom Trail High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bloom Trail High School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bloom Trail High School rank in IL?

Bloom Trail High School ranks #2,731 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Bloom Trail High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bloom Trail 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 Trail High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloom Trail High School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bloom Trail High School a charter school?

No, Bloom Trail High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bloom Trail High School a Title I school?

No, Bloom Trail High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bloom Trail High School?

82.2% of students at Bloom Trail 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

District

Bloom Twp HSD 206
District Enrollment
3,104
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,244
District Rank
#2 of 2

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