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Top 47% in state

Plano High School

High School · Plano CUSD 88

704 W Abe St, Plano, IL 60545

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Plano

#2 of 5

public schools

Illinois high schools

#321 of 703

In district

#2 of 5

Plano CUSD 88

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Strong

About Plano High School

Plano High School serves grades 9 through 12 in Plano, Illinois, a large suburban community in Kendall County. The school enrolls 786 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8 to 1, supported by 53 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Plano High School is working to strengthen student achievement.

Currently, about 22% of students score at proficient levels or above in ELA/Reading, while 20% meet proficiency benchmarks in math. These results indicate the school has significant room for academic growth and improvement in core subjects. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and state ranking of 2135 out of 3819 Illinois schools reflect these developing performance levels.

As a regular public high school in a suburban setting, Plano High School provides a traditional four-year college preparatory and career pathway experience for teenagers in the Plano area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17%
Reading/ELA Proficiency17%
Overall Proficiency17%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation20.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,468

Plano High School — Students at Plano High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Plano High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in IL
Academic
4.9/10
4.9/10
Growth
7.1/10
Above average
Environment
4.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers

Location

704 W Abe St, Plano, IL 60545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plano High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sandwich Community High School (rated 6.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Sandwich), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Yorkville High School (rated 4.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Yorkville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
P H Miller Elem School Plano 0.7 mi 5.7
Centennial Elem School Plano 0.9 mi 5.1
Plano Middle School Plano 1.0 mi 7.3
Emily G Johns School Plano 2.3 mi 6.3
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 4.8 mi 4.8
W W Woodbury Elem School Sandwich 3.9 mi 3.9
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 4.0 mi 6.0
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 4.1 mi 7.3
Sandwich Middle School Sandwich 4.2 mi 6.2
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 4.2 mi 5.5
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 4.3 mi 8.0
Yorkville High School Yorkville 4.9 mi 4.9
Yorkville Grade School Yorkville 5.2 mi 4.1
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch Big Rock 6.8 mi 5.8
PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorkville 5.2 mi 6.8
GRACE HOLISTIC CENTER FOR EDUCATION Yorkville 5.5 mi 6.9
Yorkville Early Childhood Center Yorkville 5.6 mi
Yorkville Intermediate School Yorkville 5.6 mi 6.4
Circle Center Grade School Yorkville 5.6 mi 4.5
Bristol Grade School Bristol 6.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,920

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

14,191

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

34.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Plano High School has a median household income of $84,920. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $235,500, with a median rent of $1,571/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bond Cty Comm Unit 2 High School Greenville, IL 6.4
Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences Chicago, IL 6.4
Evergreen Park High School Evergreen Park, IL 6.4
Lincoln Comm High School Lincoln, IL 6.4
Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago, IL 6.4
DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plano High School

What grades does Plano High School serve?

Plano High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Plano High School?

Plano High School has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plano High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Plano High School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Plano High School rank in IL?

Plano High School is ranked #1794 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Plano High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Plano High School has a composite rating of 6.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Plano High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Plano High School has 19.5% math proficiency and 22.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Plano High School a charter school?

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

Is Plano High School a Title I school?

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

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

52.3% of students at Plano 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

City Safety
Average (641/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plano). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Plano CUSD 88
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,971
District Rank
#2 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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