Below Average
#3369 of 3,813 schools in IL
Proviso East High School
High School · Proviso Twp HSD 209
807 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Enrollment
1,703
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,703
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,369 of 3,813
In Maywood
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Proviso Twp HSD 209
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Proviso East High School
Proviso East High School is a public high school in Maywood, IL, part of Proviso Twp HSD 209. Proviso East High School serves approximately 1,703 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Proviso East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,369 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Proviso East High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Proviso East High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at Proviso 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
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Proviso East High School — Students at Proviso East High School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Proviso East High School Compares
See how Proviso East High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
807 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Proviso East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Proviso Math and Science Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Emerson Elem School Maywood | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 0.3 mi | — |
| Garfield Elem School Maywood | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Proviso Math and Science Academy Forest Park | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School River Forest | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Broadview | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Roosevelt School River Forest | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Forest Park Middle School Forest Park | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Garfield Elem School Forest Park | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Willard Elem School River Forest | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60153 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,498
Median Home Value
$212,600
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
23,173
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENET ACADEMY Lisle, IL | 4.3 |
| United Twp High School East Moline, IL | 4.3 |
| Granite City High School Granite City, IL | 4.2 |
| Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills, IL | 4.4 |
| Jefferson High School Rockford, IL | 4.4 |
| MARIST HIGH SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Proviso East High School
What grades does Proviso East High School serve?
Proviso East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Proviso East High School?
Proviso East High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,703 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Proviso East High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Proviso East High School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Proviso East High School rank in IL?
Proviso East High School ranks #3,369 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Proviso East High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Proviso East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Proviso East High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Proviso East High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Proviso East High School a charter school?
No, Proviso East High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Proviso East High School a Title I school?
No, Proviso East High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Proviso East High School?
21.7% of students at Proviso East 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,703
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.5%
- Phone
- (708) 344-7000
Resources & Links
District
Proviso Twp HSD 209- District Enrollment
- 4,493
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,530
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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