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#131 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 3% in state

Maine South High School

High School · Maine Township HSD 207

1111 S Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

2,491

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#131 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Maine Township HSD 207

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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9.1/10

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

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About Maine South High School

Maine South High School is a public high school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Maine Township HSD 207. Maine South High School serves approximately 2,491 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maine South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Maine South High School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Maine South High School is a large school: 2,491 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation46.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,152
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Maine South High School — Students at Maine South High School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
81%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
ELA
56%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Maine South High School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in IL
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
150 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
46.2% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·72 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

1111 S Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maine South High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Iroquois Community School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
George Washington Elem School Park Ridge 0.5 mi 8.6
Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge 0.7 mi 8.1
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 1.0 mi 9.3
MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.9 mi 5.9
Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge 1.0 mi 8.3
Rosemont Elem School Rosemont 1.1 mi 6.2
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.3 mi 6.4
BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 1.5 mi 7.3
Orchard Place Elem School Des Plaines 1.3 mi 7.0
Iroquois Community School Des Plaines 1.5 mi 9.0
ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.5 mi 5.0
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 1.9 mi 7.0
Pennoyer Elem School Norridge 2.0 mi 6.5
ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago 1.8 mi 6.6
Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 8.7
Emerson Middle School Niles 2.1 mi 8.1
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 2.3 mi 6.3
ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago 1.9 mi
Jefferson School Niles 2.2 mi 5.0
Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge 2.1 mi 8.0

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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Prospect High School Mt. Prospect, IL 9.1
Schaumburg High School Schaumburg, IL 9.1
Barrington High School Barrington, IL 9.0
Hoffman Estates High School Hoffman Estates, IL 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maine South High School

What grades does Maine South High School serve?

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

How many students attend Maine South High School?

Maine South High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,491 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Maine South High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maine South High School rank in IL?

Maine South High School ranks #131 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Maine South High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maine South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 South High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maine South High School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maine South High School a charter school?

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

Is Maine South High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,491
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
150
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

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

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