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#324 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 9% in state

St Charles North High School

High School · St Charles CUSD 303

255 Red Gate Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60175

Enrollment

1,902

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#324 of 3,813

In Saint Charles

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#11 of 15

St Charles CUSD 303

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About St Charles North High School

St Charles North High School is a public high school in Saint Charles, IL, part of St Charles CUSD 303. St Charles North High School serves approximately 1,902 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for St Charles North High School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at St Charles North 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 Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation33.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,044
Chronic Absenteeism31.9%

St Charles North High School — Students at St Charles North High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (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
82%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2022
ELA
49%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How St Charles North High School Compares

See how St Charles North High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in IL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
28
14 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
130 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
14 boys'·14 girls'·68 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

255 Red Gate Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60175

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Charles North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Geneva Community High School (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, St Charles East High School (rated 8.6/10, 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 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Anderson Elem School Saint Charles 1.3 mi 7.7
Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles 1.9 mi 8.7
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Saint Charles 1.6 mi 5.0
Thompson Middle School Saint Charles 2.6 mi 8.8
Lincoln Elem School Saint Charles 2.6 mi 8.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTH ELGIN South Elgin 2.5 mi
Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles 2.8 mi 8.9
Ferson Creek School Saint Charles 2.2 mi 8.8
Wredling Middle School Saint Charles 2.4 mi 8.6
St Charles East High School Saint Charles 2.5 mi 8.6
Corron Elementary School South Elgin 2.9 mi 8.2
Davis Primary School Saint Charles 3.2 mi 9.1
Willard Elem School South Elgin 3.4 mi 2.1
Munhall Elem School Saint Charles 3.3 mi 8.5
Otter Creek Elem School Elgin 3.5 mi 4.8
Fox Meadow Elementary School South Elgin 3.7 mi 3.8
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva 3.8 mi
Geneva Community High School Geneva 3.8 mi 8.9
Clinton Elem School South Elgin 3.7 mi 5.1
Williamsburg Elem School Geneva 4.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,564

Median Home Value

$476,100

Median Rent

$2,859/mo

Population

26,528

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

95.7%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cary-Grove Community High School Cary, IL 8.5
Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove, IL 8.4
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
St Charles East High School Saint Charles, IL 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Charles North High School

What grades does St Charles North High School serve?

St Charles North High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Charles North High School?

St Charles North High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,902 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles North High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Charles North High School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Charles North High School rank in IL?

St Charles North High School ranks #324 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is St Charles North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Charles North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Charles North High School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Charles North High School a charter school?

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

Is St Charles North High School a Title I school?

No, St Charles North High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,902
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
130
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

District

St Charles CUSD 303
District Enrollment
11,699
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,044
District Rank
#11 of 15

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