Very Good
#1063 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 28% in state
Wheeling High School
High School · Township HSD 214
900 S Elmhurst Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Enrollment
1,749
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,749
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,063 of 3,813
In Wheeling
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Township HSD 214
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wheeling High School
Wheeling High School is a public high school in Wheeling, IL, part of Township HSD 214. Wheeling High School serves approximately 1,749 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wheeling High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Wheeling High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Wheeling 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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Wheeling High School — Students at Wheeling High School score 23% proficient, which is below 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: 8.5/10.
How Wheeling High School Compares
See how Wheeling 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
900 S Elmhurst Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheeling High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John Hersey High School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Prospect Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,449
Median Home Value
$243,500
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
38,340
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheeling High School
What grades does Wheeling High School serve?
Wheeling High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wheeling High School?
Wheeling High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,749 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheeling High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheeling High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wheeling High School rank in IL?
Wheeling High School ranks #1,063 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wheeling High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wheeling 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 Wheeling High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wheeling High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wheeling High School a charter school?
No, Wheeling High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wheeling High School a Title I school?
No, Wheeling 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
- 1,749
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 115
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (847) 718-7000
Resources & Links
District
Township HSD 214- District Enrollment
- 12,114
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,345
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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