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#507 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 13% in state

Maine East High School

High School · Maine Township HSD 207

2601 Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

1,834

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#507 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Maine Township HSD 207

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

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About Maine East High School

Maine East High School is a public high school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Maine Township HSD 207. Maine East High School serves approximately 1,834 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maine East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Maine East High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Maine East 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 Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness9.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation40.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,152
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Maine East High School — Students at Maine East High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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
48%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Maine East High School Compares

See how Maine East High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in IL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
123 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
40.1% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·58 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

2601 Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maine East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge 0.4 mi 8.7
GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines 0.5 mi 6.5
Mark Twain Elem School Niles 1.1 mi 6.9
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 0.9 mi 6.3
KIDDIE GARDEN Niles 1.3 mi
Gemini Middle School Niles 1.0 mi 6.9
SCIENCE & ARTS ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.1 mi 8.4
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 1.6 mi 9.3
NORTHRIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niles 1.3 mi 6.9
North Elementary School Des Plaines 1.3 mi 7.6
Early Learning Center Des Plaines 1.7 mi 7.1
Apollo Elem School Des Plaines 1.9 mi 5.7
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.5 mi 8.1
Jefferson School Niles 1.5 mi 5.0
Central Elem School Des Plaines 1.5 mi 9.1
PLATO ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.6 mi 7.8
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 2.0 mi 6.4
Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 8.1
South Elem School Des Plaines 1.9 mi 9.4
George Washington Elem School Park Ridge 2.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,201

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

39,227

College Educated

65.1%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Crystal Lake South High School Crystal Lake, IL 8.2
Glenbard East High School Lombard, IL 8.0
Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin, IL 8.0
Kaneland Senior High School Maple Park, IL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maine East High School

What grades does Maine East High School serve?

Maine East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Maine East High School?

Maine East High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,834 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maine East High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maine East High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maine East High School rank in IL?

Maine East High School ranks #507 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Maine East High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maine East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Maine East High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maine East High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maine East High School a charter school?

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

Is Maine East High School a Title I school?

No, Maine East High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,834
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
123
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

Maine Township HSD 207
District Enrollment
6,211
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,152
District Rank
#2 of 3

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