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Streamwood High School

High School · SD U-46

701 W Schaumburg Rd, Streamwood, IL 60107

Enrollment

1,947

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,822 of 3,813

In Streamwood

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#11 of 51

SD U-46

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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About Streamwood High School

Streamwood High School is a public high school in Streamwood, IL, part of SD U-46. Streamwood High School serves approximately 1,947 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Streamwood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,822 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Streamwood High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Streamwood 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.

50% of students at Streamwood 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 Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation20.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,216
Chronic Absenteeism49.6%

Streamwood High School — Students at Streamwood High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.0% (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
41%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2022
ELA
15%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Streamwood High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in IL
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
118 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·63 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

701 W Schaumburg Rd, Streamwood, IL 60107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Streamwood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is INNOVATIONS ACADEMY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Streamwood, see our Streamwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
STREAMWOOD MONTESSORI Streamwood 0.9 mi
Hanover Countryside Elem School Streamwood 0.9 mi 3.9
Oakhill Elem School Streamwood 1.3 mi 3.9
Hilltop Elementary School Elgin 1.6 mi 5.3
Timber Trails Elementary School Hoffman Estates 2.0 mi 6.1
Eastview Middle School Bartlett 2.1 mi 6.5
Heritage Elem School Streamwood 2.1 mi 3.5
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett 2.4 mi 8.3
Ridge Circle Elem School Streamwood 1.9 mi 6.3
Glenbrook Elem School Streamwood 2.0 mi 6.6
Bartlett Elem School Bartlett 2.6 mi 5.5
Tefft Middle School Streamwood 2.2 mi 4.1
Sunnydale Elem School Streamwood 2.1 mi 5.8
Canton Middle School Streamwood 2.1 mi 4.9
Liberty Elem School Bartlett 2.7 mi 7.3
CREME DE LA CREME South Barrington 3.1 mi
Elgin High School Elgin 2.4 mi 6.2
VALEO ACADEMY Hoffman Estates 3.0 mi 7.3
Parkwood Elem School Hanover Park 2.7 mi 4.0
INNOVATIONS ACADEMY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Streamwood 2.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,017

Median Home Value

$258,300

Median Rent

$1,849/mo

Population

38,965

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Streamwood High School

What grades does Streamwood High School serve?

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

How many students attend Streamwood High School?

Streamwood High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,947 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Streamwood High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Streamwood High School rank in IL?

Streamwood High School ranks #1,822 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Streamwood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Streamwood 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 Streamwood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Streamwood High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Streamwood High School a charter school?

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

Is Streamwood High School a Title I school?

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

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

46.2% of students at Streamwood 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,947
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
118
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.6%

District

SD U-46
District Enrollment
34,553
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,216
District Rank
#11 of 51

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