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#266 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 7% in state

Wheaton North High School

High School · CUSD 200

701 W Thomas Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187

Enrollment

1,872

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#266 of 3,813

In Wheaton

#4 of 17

public schools

In district

#4 of 20

CUSD 200

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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About Wheaton North High School

Wheaton North High School is a public high school in Wheaton, IL, part of CUSD 200. Wheaton North High School serves approximately 1,872 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wheaton North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Wheaton North High School show 59% 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 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation36.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,208
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Wheaton North High School — Students at Wheaton North High School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (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
74%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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 Wheaton North High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
129 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
36.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·73 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

701 W Thomas Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wheaton North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hawthorne Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Longfellow Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Emerson Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wheaton, see our Wheaton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton 0.3 mi 7.5
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton 0.5 mi 8.2
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 0.7 mi
WHEATON CHRISTIAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL Winfield 1.0 mi 5.5
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 0.9 mi 9.3
Longfellow Elem School Wheaton 1.1 mi 8.9
Franklin Middle School Wheaton 1.2 mi 8.5
CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton 1.2 mi 8.0
Emerson Elem School Wheaton 1.4 mi 8.8
Monroe Middle School Wheaton 1.3 mi 7.5
Pleasant Hill Elem School Winfield 1.2 mi 8.2
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 1.2 mi 8.4
Jefferson Early Childhood Center Wheaton 1.6 mi 6.2
Whittier Elem School Wheaton 1.9 mi 8.2
Edison Middle School Wheaton 2.2 mi 7.4
Lowell Elem School Wheaton 1.9 mi 7.9
Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream 2.2 mi 8.1
Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream 2.3 mi 7.2
Madison Elem School Wheaton 2.3 mi 8.4
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Wheaton 2.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60187 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,048

Median Home Value

$432,200

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

28,867

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

34.8

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School Rating
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Niles West High School Skokie, IL 8.7
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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wheaton North High School

What grades does Wheaton North High School serve?

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

How many students attend Wheaton North High School?

Wheaton North High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,872 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wheaton North High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wheaton North High School rank in IL?

Wheaton North High School ranks #266 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Wheaton North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wheaton North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Wheaton North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wheaton North High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wheaton North High School a charter school?

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

Is Wheaton North High School a Title I school?

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

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

30.6% of students at Wheaton North 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,872
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
129
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

CUSD 200
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,208
District Rank
#4 of 20

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