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#608 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 16% in state

Homewood-flossmoor High School

High School · Homewood Flossmoor CHSD 233

999 Kedzie Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422

Enrollment

2,805

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#608 of 3,813

In Flossmoor

#2 of 5

public schools

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Homewood-flossmoor High School

7.9/10

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About Homewood-flossmoor High School

Homewood-flossmoor High School is a public high school in Flossmoor, IL, part of Homewood Flossmoor CHSD 233. Homewood-flossmoor High School serves approximately 2,805 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Homewood-flossmoor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #608 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Homewood-flossmoor High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Homewood-flossmoor High School is a large school: 2,805 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 Homewood-flossmoor 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 Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation11.7%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,872
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Homewood-flossmoor High School — Students at Homewood-flossmoor High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (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
66%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
24%

* 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 Homewood-flossmoor High School Compares

See how Homewood-flossmoor High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
29
14 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
205 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
11.7% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·53 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
14 boys'·15 girls'·63 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

999 Kedzie Ave, Flossmoor, IL 60422

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homewood-flossmoor High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rich Township High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Olympia Fields), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hillcrest High School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Country Club Hills), a more accessible option. For more schools in Flossmoor, see our Flossmoor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Parker Junior High School Flossmoor 0.3 mi 4.9
INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE SCHOOL Flossmoor 0.5 mi 6.1
Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor 0.8 mi 7.6
Flossmoor Hills Elem School Flossmoor 0.8 mi 7.9
Western Avenue Elem School Flossmoor 0.9 mi 6.9
FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor 0.9 mi
Chateaux School Hazel Crest 1.4 mi 5.6
Mae Jemison School Hazel Crest 1.7 mi 5.0
Rich Township High School Olympia Fields 1.7 mi 7.1
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Country Club Hills 1.6 mi 5.5
Arcadia Elem School Olympia Fields 2.1 mi 4.5
Zenon J Sykuta School Country Club Hills 1.9 mi 3.0
NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights 2.1 mi
Willow School Homewood 1.8 mi 6.8
Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills 2.2 mi 4.4
BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood 2.0 mi
Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest 2.5 mi 5.4
Southwood Middle School Country Club Hills 1.9 mi 2.9
Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest 2.7 mi 5.0
HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,728

Median Home Value

$304,400

Median Rent

$2,191/mo

Population

9,885

College Educated

66.5%

Homeownership

96%

Avg Commute

38.5 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homewood-flossmoor High School

What grades does Homewood-flossmoor High School serve?

Homewood-flossmoor High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Homewood-flossmoor High School?

Homewood-flossmoor High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,805 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homewood-flossmoor High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Homewood-flossmoor High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homewood-flossmoor High School rank in IL?

Homewood-flossmoor High School ranks #608 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Homewood-flossmoor High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homewood-flossmoor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Homewood-flossmoor High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homewood-flossmoor High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Homewood-flossmoor High School a charter school?

No, Homewood-flossmoor High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Homewood-flossmoor High School a Title I school?

No, Homewood-flossmoor High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,805
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
205
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

Homewood Flossmoor CHSD 233
District Enrollment
2,805
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,872
District Rank
#1 of 1

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