Average
#1447 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 38% in state
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch
High School · CHSD 99
1436 Norfolk St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Enrollment
2,604
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,604
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,447 of 3,813
In Downers Grove
#10 of 17
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
CHSD 99
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch
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About Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is a public high school in Downers Grove, IL, part of CHSD 99. Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch serves approximately 2,604 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,447 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is a large school: 2,604 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
34% of students at Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch 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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Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch — Students at Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
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: 8.9/10.
How Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Compares
See how Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch 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
1436 Norfolk St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Jr High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Woodridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William F Murphy Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Woodridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downers Grove, see our Downers Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Hillcrest Elem School Downers Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PATHWAY MONTESSORI Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| DOWNERS GROVE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| ABRAXAS NAPERVILLE BRIDGE Woodridge | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| O Neill Middle School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson Jr High School Woodridge | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Meadowview Elem School Woodridge | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH Downers Grove | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Whittier Elem School Downers Grove | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| William F Murphy Elem School Woodridge | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ST SCHOLASTICA PARISH SCHOOL Woodridge | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Henry Puffer School Downers Grove | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MARQUETTE MANOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Downers Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,780
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
28,594
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley, IL | 6.7 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet, IL | 6.7 |
| McHenry Community High School Mchenry, IL | 6.7 |
| Collinsville High School Collinsville, IL | 6.6 |
| DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island, IL | 6.6 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch
What grades does Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch serve?
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch?
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch has an enrollment of approximately 2,604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch rank in IL?
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch ranks #1,447 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch a charter school?
No, Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch a Title I school?
No, Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 179
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- DuPage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (630) 795-8501
Resources & Links
District
CHSD 99- District Enrollment
- 4,708
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,343
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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