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#283 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 7% in state

Grayslake North High School

High School · Grayslake CHSD 127

1925 N IL Route 83, Grayslake, IL 60030

Enrollment

1,206

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#283 of 3,813

In Grayslake

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Grayslake CHSD 127

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.6/10

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About Grayslake North High School

Grayslake North High School is a public high school in Grayslake, IL, part of Grayslake CHSD 127. Grayslake North High School serves approximately 1,206 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grayslake North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #283 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Grayslake North High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Grayslake North 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 Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation37.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,157
Chronic Absenteeism36.4%

Grayslake North High School — Students at Grayslake North High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (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
62%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
ELA
43%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Grayslake North High School Compares

See how Grayslake North High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
37.1% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·54 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

1925 N IL Route 83, Grayslake, IL 60030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grayslake North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grayslake Central High School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Round Lake Senior High School (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Round Lake), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grayslake, see our Grayslake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach 0.3 mi 5.8
Meadowview School Grayslake 0.8 mi 8.5
Woodview School Grayslake 1.9 mi 6.8
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake 1.9 mi 8.9
Grayslake Middle School Grayslake 2.0 mi 6.4
Frederick School Grayslake 2.0 mi 5.9
Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach 1.7 mi 5.0
ST GILBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grayslake 2.3 mi 4.8
Prairieview School Hainesville 2.4 mi 8.1
Grayslake Early Childhood Hainesville 2.4 mi 6.1
W J Murphy Elem School Round Lake Park 2.3 mi 6.0
WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grayslake 2.7 mi 7.3
Round Lake Senior High School Round Lake 2.3 mi 5.5
Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa 2.8 mi 5.2
B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst 2.7 mi 6.4
Magee Middle School Round Lake 2.4 mi 5.7
Pleviak Elem School Lake Villa 2.9 mi 6.3
Raymond Ellis Elem School Round Lake Beach 2.5 mi 7.0
Indian Hill Elem School Round Lake Heights 2.6 mi 6.4
Round Lake Middle School Round Lake Heights 2.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,920

Median Home Value

$276,800

Median Rent

$1,526/mo

Population

35,579

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Cary-Grove Community High School Cary, IL 8.5
Hinsdale South High School Darien, IL 8.7
Prairie Ridge High School Crystal Lake, IL 8.8
Lakes Community High School Lake Villa, IL 8.3
Geneva Community High School Geneva, IL 8.9
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grayslake North High School

What grades does Grayslake North High School serve?

Grayslake North High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Grayslake North High School?

Grayslake North High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grayslake North High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grayslake North High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grayslake North High School rank in IL?

Grayslake North High School ranks #283 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Grayslake North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grayslake North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Grayslake North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grayslake North High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Grayslake North High School a charter school?

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

Is Grayslake North High School a Title I school?

No, Grayslake North High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,206
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.4%

District

Grayslake CHSD 127
District Enrollment
2,581
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,157
District Rank
#2 of 2

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