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#591 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 16% in state

Rolling Meadows High School

High School · Township HSD 214

2901 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Enrollment

2,067

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#591 of 3,813

In Rolling Meadows

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Township HSD 214

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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About Rolling Meadows High School

Rolling Meadows High School is a public high school in Rolling Meadows, IL, part of Township HSD 214. Rolling Meadows High School serves approximately 2,067 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rolling Meadows High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Rolling Meadows High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Rolling Meadows High School is a large school: 2,067 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.

37% of students at Rolling Meadows 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

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 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation36.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,345
Chronic Absenteeism36.7%

Rolling Meadows High School — Students at Rolling Meadows High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.6% (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
59%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2022
ELA
40%

* 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 Rolling Meadows High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
85th percentile in IL
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
4
1 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
124 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
36.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
1 boys'·3 girls'·35 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

2901 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rolling Meadows High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Central Road Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westgate Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rolling Meadows, see our Rolling Meadows schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Willow Bend Elem School Rolling Meadows 0.2 mi 6.5
Carl Sandburg Jr High School Rolling Meadows 0.7 mi 6.0
Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows 0.5 mi 8.2
Kimball Hill Elem School Rolling Meadows 1.0 mi 6.1
Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights 1.2 mi 8.0
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 1.6 mi 4.1
OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights 1.6 mi 6.3
South Middle School Arlington Heights 1.7 mi 8.3
Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows 2.0 mi 7.8
SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine 2.7 mi 7.0
Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights 2.3 mi 7.1
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington Heights 2.8 mi 6.3
Patton Elem School Arlington Heights 3.1 mi 6.8
Winston Campus Elementary Palatine 3.2 mi 7.5
Winston Campus Jr High Palatine 3.3 mi 5.2
Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect 2.6 mi 6.3
Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine 2.9 mi 7.7
Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect 2.6 mi 6.4
Olive-Mary Stitt School Arlington Heights 3.0 mi 7.9
The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect 2.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,213

Median Home Value

$295,000

Median Rent

$1,561/mo

Population

22,949

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rolling Meadows High School

What grades does Rolling Meadows High School serve?

Rolling Meadows High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Rolling Meadows High School?

Rolling Meadows High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,067 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rolling Meadows High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rolling Meadows High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rolling Meadows High School rank in IL?

Rolling Meadows High School ranks #591 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Rolling Meadows High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rolling Meadows High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Rolling Meadows High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rolling Meadows High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rolling Meadows High School a charter school?

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

Is Rolling Meadows High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,067
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
124
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

District

Township HSD 214
District Enrollment
12,114
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,345
District Rank
#4 of 6

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