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#61 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

Naperville North High School

High School · Naperville CUSD 203

899 N Mill St, Naperville, IL 60563

Enrollment

2,502

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

9.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#61 of 3,813

In Naperville

#4 of 40

public schools

In district

#4 of 22

Naperville CUSD 203

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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9.4/10

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About Naperville North High School

Naperville North High School is a public high school in Naperville, IL, part of Naperville CUSD 203. Naperville North High School serves approximately 2,502 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Naperville North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Naperville North High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Naperville North High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Naperville North High School is a public four-year high school situated in the northern-central part of Naperville, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. The school is located at the intersection of Ogden Avenue and Mill Street 1 . It operates as part of Naperville Community Unit School District 203 1 . The institution holds full recognition from the Illinois State Board of Education 1 . Additionally, Naperville North is a member of the Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Naperville North High School is a large school: 2,502 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 Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation38.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,199
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Naperville North High School — Students at Naperville North High School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (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
79%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
62%
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: 9.6/10.

How Naperville North High School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
189 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
38.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·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

899 N Mill St, Naperville, IL 60563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Naperville North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ellsworth Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Highlands Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mill Street Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mill Street Elem School Naperville 0.4 mi 9.3
Washington Jr High School Naperville 0.6 mi 8.8
Naper Elem School Naperville 0.7 mi 8.8
Beebe Elem School Naperville 0.7 mi 8.5
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville 0.8 mi 4.6
Jefferson Jr High School Naperville 1.0 mi 8.5
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville 0.9 mi 9.7
Naperville Central High School Naperville 1.2 mi 9.2
CREME DE LA CREME Warrenville 1.2 mi
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Naperville 1.3 mi 6.7
Highlands Elem School Naperville 1.4 mi 9.4
TURNING POINTE CN DAY SCHOOL Naperville 1.7 mi 6.6
Elmwood Elem School Naperville 2.1 mi 8.8
Bower Elem School Warrenville 1.9 mi 7.7
Hubble Middle School Warrenville 2.2 mi 6.8
NAPERVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Naperville 1.7 mi 8.8
Prairie Elem School Naperville 1.9 mi 9.2
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Naperville 2.4 mi 5.7
Brookdale Elementary School Naperville 1.8 mi 6.8
May Watts Elementary School Naperville 2.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,207

Median Home Value

$422,900

Median Rent

$1,786/mo

Population

38,829

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Naperville North High School

What grades does Naperville North High School serve?

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

How many students attend Naperville North High School?

Naperville North High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,502 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Naperville North High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Naperville North High School rank in IL?

Naperville North High School ranks #61 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Naperville North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Naperville North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Naperville North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Naperville North High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Naperville North High School a charter school?

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

Is Naperville North High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Naperville North High School?

20.9% of students at Naperville North 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,502
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
189
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Naperville CUSD 203
District Enrollment
16,071
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,199
District Rank
#4 of 22

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