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#1741 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 46% in state
Kankakee High School
High School · Kankakee SD 111
1200 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Enrollment
1,447
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,447
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,741 of 3,813
In Kankakee
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Kankakee SD 111
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Kankakee High School
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About Kankakee High School
Kankakee High School is a public high school in Kankakee, IL, part of Kankakee SD 111. Kankakee High School serves approximately 1,447 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kankakee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,741 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Kankakee High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at Kankakee 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
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Kankakee High School — Students at Kankakee High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Kankakee High School Compares
See how Kankakee High School 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
1200 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kankakee High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bradley East Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taft Primary School Kankakee | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Steuben Elementary School Kankakee | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Proegler School Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley West Elem School Bradley | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| King Middle Grade School Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Edison Primary School Kankakee | 2.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley East Elem School Bradley | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kankakee | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,557
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
33,224
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hyde Park Academy High School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Juarez Community Academy HS Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| North-Grand High School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale, IL | 6.5 |
| DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kankakee High School
What grades does Kankakee High School serve?
Kankakee High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Kankakee High School?
Kankakee High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kankakee High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kankakee High School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kankakee High School rank in IL?
Kankakee High School ranks #1,741 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Kankakee High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kankakee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Kankakee High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kankakee High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kankakee High School a charter school?
No, Kankakee High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kankakee High School a Title I school?
No, Kankakee High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kankakee High School?
87.4% of students at Kankakee 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kankakee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.5%
- Phone
- (815) 933-0740
Resources & Links
District
Kankakee SD 111- District Enrollment
- 4,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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