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#984 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 26% in state

Elk Grove High School

High School · Township HSD 214

500 W Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Enrollment

1,976

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#984 of 3,813

In Elk Grove Village

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Township HSD 214

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Elk Grove High School

7.3/10

High School in Elk Grove Village · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elk Grove High School

Elk Grove High School is a public high school in Elk Grove Village, IL, part of Township HSD 214. Elk Grove High School serves approximately 1,976 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elk Grove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #984 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Elk Grove High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Elk Grove 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 Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,345
Chronic Absenteeism37.3%

Elk Grove High School — Students at Elk Grove High School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (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
69%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
2%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
26%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Elk Grove High School Compares

See how Elk Grove High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
74th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
6
2 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
2 boys'·4 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

500 W Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elk Grove High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Itasca), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Adolph Link Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wood Dale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elk Grove Village, see our Elk Grove Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village 0.3 mi 5.3
Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village 0.4 mi 6.4
Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village 0.4 mi 4.8
Salt Creek Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.5 mi 4.6
Clearmont Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.9 mi 6.2
Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.0 mi 4.0
Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.2 mi 4.4
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL CHICAGO CAMPUS Elk Grove Village 1.3 mi
CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale 2.2 mi 6.8
F E Peacock Middle School Itasca 2.5 mi 7.1
Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch Itasca 2.5 mi 7.8
Wood Dale Jr High School Wood Dale 2.6 mi 6.6
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 2.6 mi 6.0
Adolph Link Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.2 mi 7.8
Early Childhood Education Center Wood Dale 2.9 mi 7.3
Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.3 mi 6.1
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 3.2 mi 4.1
Raymond Benson Primary School Itasca 3.1 mi 7.0
LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF ST LUKE Itasca 3.3 mi 5.6
Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect 3.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,240

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,574/mo

Population

32,485

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

44

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Wauconda High School Wauconda, IL 7.3
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West Leyden High School Northlake, IL 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elk Grove High School

What grades does Elk Grove High School serve?

Elk Grove High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Elk Grove High School?

Elk Grove High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,976 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk Grove High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elk Grove High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elk Grove High School rank in IL?

Elk Grove High School ranks #984 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Elk Grove High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elk Grove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Elk Grove High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elk Grove High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Elk Grove High School a charter school?

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

Is Elk Grove High School a Title I school?

No, Elk Grove High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,976
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.3%

District

Township HSD 214
District Enrollment
12,114
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,345
District Rank
#5 of 6

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