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#254 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 7% in state

Niles North High School

High School · Niles Twp HSD 219

9800 Lawler Ave, Skokie, IL 60077

Enrollment

2,015

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#254 of 3,813

In Skokie

#1 of 14

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Niles Twp HSD 219

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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About Niles North High School

Niles North High School is a public high school in Skokie, IL, part of Niles Twp HSD 219. Niles North High School serves approximately 2,015 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Niles North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Niles North High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Niles North High School is a large school: 2,015 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-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation38.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,441
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Niles North High School — Students at Niles North High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
60%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2022
ELA
36%

* 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 Niles North High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
160 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
38.1% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·42 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

9800 Lawler Ave, Skokie, IL 60077

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Niles North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Marie Murphy School (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Romona Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highcrest Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Skokie, see our Skokie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Jane Stenson School Skokie 0.8 mi 6.9
MCC ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Skokie 0.8 mi 5.7
Old Orchard Jr High School Skokie 0.8 mi 7.1
Romona Elem School Wilmette 1.1 mi 9.4
Avoca West Elem School Glenview 1.3 mi 9.1
Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette 1.3 mi 9.0
Devonshire Elem School Skokie 1.3 mi 4.4
Marie Murphy School Wilmette 1.7 mi 9.5
Highcrest Middle School Wilmette 1.5 mi 9.2
Highland Elementary School Skokie 1.3 mi 6.3
THE BARBEREUX SCHOOL Evanston 1.4 mi
Madison Elem School Skokie 1.9 mi 7.4
ARIE CROWN HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Skokie 1.9 mi 6.4
MCC ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Morton Grove 1.8 mi 7.0
SWIFT CHILD CARE CENTER Skokie 1.9 mi
MESIVTA SHAAREI ADIRIM Skokie 1.5 mi 6.3
DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Skokie 1.7 mi
Harper Elem School Wilmette 1.9 mi 8.8
Park View Elem School Morton Grove 1.8 mi 7.9
Thomas Edison Elem School Morton Grove 2.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,765

Median Home Value

$327,400

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

28,651

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

42.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hinsdale South High School Darien, IL 8.7
Niles West High School Skokie, IL 8.7
Wheaton North High School Wheaton, IL 8.7
Lincoln-Way Central High School New Lenox, IL 8.6
Palatine High School Palatine, IL 8.6
St Charles East High School Saint Charles, IL 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Niles North High School

What grades does Niles North High School serve?

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

How many students attend Niles North High School?

Niles North High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,015 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Niles North High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Niles North High School rank in IL?

Niles North High School ranks #254 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Niles North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Niles North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Niles North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Niles North High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Niles North High School a charter school?

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

Is Niles North High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,015
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
160
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

Niles Twp HSD 219
District Enrollment
4,630
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,441
District Rank
#1 of 2

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