Excellent
#295 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 8% in state
St Charles East High School
High School · St Charles CUSD 303
1020 Dunham Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60174
Enrollment
1,984
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,984
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#295 of 3,813
In Saint Charles
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
St Charles CUSD 303
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About St Charles East High School
St Charles East High School is a public high school in Saint Charles, IL, part of St Charles CUSD 303. St Charles East High School serves approximately 1,984 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for St Charles East High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about St Charles East High School
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- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at St Charles 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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St Charles East High School — Students at St Charles East High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How St Charles East High School Compares
See how St Charles 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
1020 Dunham Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60174
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Geneva Community High School (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, St Charles North High School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Charles, see our Saint Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wredling Middle School Saint Charles | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Munhall Elem School Saint Charles | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES Saint Charles | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School Saint Charles | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Norton Creek Elementary School West Chicago | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Harrison Street Elem School Geneva | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elem School Saint Charles | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Wayne Elem School Wayne | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MANSIO MENS MONTESSORI OF GENEVA Geneva | 2.9 mi | — |
| Thompson Middle School Saint Charles | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| St Charles North High School Saint Charles | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Davis Primary School Saint Charles | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Geneva Community High School Geneva | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva | 3.4 mi | — |
| Williamsburg Elem School Geneva | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Geneva | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Clinton Elem School South Elgin | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60174 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,408
Median Home Value
$348,100
Median Rent
$1,738/mo
Population
30,481
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grayslake North High School Grayslake, IL | 8.6 |
| Lincoln-Way Central High School New Lenox, IL | 8.6 |
| Palatine High School Palatine, IL | 8.6 |
| Cary-Grove Community High School Cary, IL | 8.5 |
| Hinsdale South High School Darien, IL | 8.7 |
| Niles North High School Skokie, IL | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles East High School
What grades does St Charles East High School serve?
St Charles East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Charles East High School?
St Charles East High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,984 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles East High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles East High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St Charles East High School rank in IL?
St Charles East High School ranks #295 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is St Charles East High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 St Charles East High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Charles East High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St Charles East High School a charter school?
No, St Charles East High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St Charles East High School a Title I school?
No, St Charles East High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,984
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (331) 228-4000
Resources & Links
District
St Charles CUSD 303- District Enrollment
- 11,699
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,044
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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