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Somonauk High School

High School · Somonauk CUSD 432

501 W Market St, Somonauk, IL 60552

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,858 of 3,813

In Somonauk

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Somonauk CUSD 432

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Somonauk High School

6.3/10

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8.9/10

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About Somonauk High School

Somonauk High School is a public high school in Somonauk, IL, part of Somonauk CUSD 432. Somonauk High School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Somonauk High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,858 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Somonauk High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness3.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation12.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,983
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Somonauk High School — Students at Somonauk High School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Somonauk High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.7
Sports
9
3 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
12.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
3 boys'·6 girls'·14 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

501 W Market St, Somonauk, IL 60552

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Somonauk High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newark Comm High School (rated 7.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leland High School (rated 7.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Leland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plano High School (rated 6.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Plano), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Somonauk, see our Somonauk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Somonauk Middle School Somonauk 0.0 mi 8.9
James R Wood Elem School Somonauk 0.2 mi 7.1
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 3.6 mi 7.7
Sandwich Middle School Sandwich 3.7 mi 6.0
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 3.7 mi 7.7
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 3.7 mi 6.9
W W Woodbury Elem School Sandwich 3.9 mi 7.5
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 4.0 mi 6.3
Sheridan Elem School Sheridan 7.1 mi 6.3
Leland High School Leland 5.7 mi 7.6
Leland Elem School Leland 5.7 mi 4.5
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 7.4 mi 6.4
Newark Comm High School Newark 8.5 mi 7.8
Newark Elem School Newark 8.5 mi 6.5
Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch Hinckley 9.8 mi 6.0
Plano High School Plano 7.8 mi 6.9
Serena High School Serena 10.2 mi 6.5
Serena Middle School Serena 10.2 mi 8.3
Hinckley-Big Rock High School Hinckley 10.1 mi 6.7
Centennial Elem School Plano 8.1 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,375

Median Home Value

$245,300

Median Rent

$1,306/mo

Population

4,589

College Educated

30.3%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Somonauk High School

What grades does Somonauk High School serve?

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

How many students attend Somonauk High School?

Somonauk High School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Somonauk High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Somonauk High School rank in IL?

Somonauk High School ranks #1,858 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Somonauk High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Somonauk High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Somonauk High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Somonauk High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Somonauk High School a charter school?

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

Is Somonauk High School a Title I school?

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

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

36.0% of students at Somonauk 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Somonauk CUSD 432
District Enrollment
765
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,983
District Rank
#3 of 3

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