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#1132 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 30% in state

Warren Township High School

High School · Warren Twp HSD 121

34090 N Almond Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

Enrollment

3,687

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,132 of 3,813

In Gurnee

#1 of 6

public schools

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Warren Township High School

7.2/10

High School in Gurnee · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Warren Township High School

Warren Township High School is a public high school in Gurnee, IL, part of Warren Twp HSD 121. Warren Township High School serves approximately 3,687 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren Township High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,132 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Warren Township High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Warren Township High School is a large school: 3,687 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation26.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,807
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Warren Township High School — Students at Warren Township High School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (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
64%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Warren Township High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
70th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
29
14 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
223 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26.8% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
14 boys'·15 girls'·78 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

34090 N Almond Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren Township High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Adler Park School (rated 9.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Libertyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grayslake Central High School (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Butterfield School (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Libertyville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gurnee, see our Gurnee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodland Middle School Gurnee 0.5 mi 5.1
Woodland Primary School Gages Lake 0.6 mi 7.1
Woodland Elementary Gages Lake 0.7 mi 7.3
THE GODDARD SCHOOL THIRD LAKE Third Lake 1.0 mi
COUNTRY MEADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gurnee 1.3 mi 7.1
Woodland Intermediate Sch Gurnee 1.7 mi 6.6
Prairie Crossing Charter School Grayslake 2.4 mi 7.8
CONNECTIONS DAY SCHOOL Libertyville 3.0 mi 6.8
Frederick School Grayslake 2.6 mi 5.9
Grayslake Middle School Grayslake 2.8 mi 6.4
POKO LOKO EARLY LEARNING CENTER Libertyville 4.0 mi
Adler Park School Libertyville 4.0 mi 9.3
GURNEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gurnee 3.4 mi 6.3
B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst 4.0 mi 6.4
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake 3.3 mi 8.9
WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grayslake 3.5 mi 7.3
Millburn Elem School Old Mill Creek 4.6 mi 8.0
Viking School Gurnee 3.5 mi 4.4
Butterfield School Libertyville 4.7 mi 8.9
River Trail School Gurnee 3.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,008

Median Home Value

$322,300

Median Rent

$1,601/mo

Population

37,208

College Educated

53.8%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.6

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Oswego High School Oswego, IL 7.1
Rich Township High School Olympia Fields, IL 7.1
South Elgin High School South Elgin, IL 7.1
Curie Metropolitan High School Chicago, IL 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren Township High School

What grades does Warren Township High School serve?

Warren Township High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Warren Township High School?

Warren Township High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren Township High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Warren Township 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 Warren Township High School rank in IL?

Warren Township High School ranks #1,132 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Warren Township High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren Township High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Warren Township High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren Township High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Warren Township High School a charter school?

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

Is Warren Township High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,687
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
223
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

Warren Twp HSD 121
District Enrollment
3,687
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,807
District Rank
#1 of 1

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