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#42 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 1% in state

Wm Fremd High School

High School · Township HSD 211

1000 S Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067

Enrollment

2,657

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

9.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#42 of 3,813

In Palatine

#1 of 14

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Township HSD 211

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Wm Fremd High School

9.5/10

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

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About Wm Fremd High School

Wm Fremd High School is a public high school in Palatine, IL, part of Township HSD 211. Wm Fremd High School serves approximately 2,657 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wm Fremd High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Wm Fremd High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Wm Fremd High School is a large school: 2,657 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 Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation47.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,471
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Wm Fremd High School — Students at Wm Fremd High School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (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
80%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2022
ELA
60%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Wm Fremd High School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
26
12 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
163 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
47.7% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
12 boys'·14 girls'·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

1000 S Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wm Fremd High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), with a comparable rating. Another option is Marion Jordan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, QUEST ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palatine, see our Palatine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hunting Ridge Elem School Palatine 0.2 mi 8.0
Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine 0.6 mi 7.7
Marion Jordan Elem School Palatine 1.2 mi 8.8
Stuart R Paddock School Palatine 1.2 mi 5.9
Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows 1.3 mi 7.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palatine 1.7 mi 6.3
Thomas Jefferson Elem School Hoffman Estates 1.7 mi 7.8
Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine 1.9 mi 6.6
QUEST ACADEMY Palatine 2.2 mi 8.1
ACARATH MONTESSORI CENTER Schaumburg 2.5 mi 6.0
Frank C Whiteley Elem School Hoffman Estates 2.0 mi 8.0
Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch Palatine 2.6 mi 7.0
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SCHAUMBURG Schaumburg 2.6 mi
LEARNING LOFT INC. Palatine 2.4 mi
Lincoln Prairie School Hoffman Estates 2.6 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN Hoffman Estates 2.3 mi 8.9
SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine 2.4 mi 7.0
Dwight D Eisenhower JHS Hoffman Estates 2.8 mi 8.1
Winston Campus Jr High Palatine 2.5 mi 5.2
Lincoln Elementary School Palatine 2.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,572

Median Home Value

$427,900

Median Rent

$1,521/mo

Population

38,118

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.9

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Evanston Twp High School Evanston, IL 9.4
Glenbrook South High School Glenview, IL 9.4
Highland Park High School Highland Park, IL 9.4
Libertyville High School Libertyville, IL 9.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wm Fremd High School

What grades does Wm Fremd High School serve?

Wm Fremd High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wm Fremd High School?

Wm Fremd High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,657 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wm Fremd High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wm Fremd High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wm Fremd High School rank in IL?

Wm Fremd High School ranks #42 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Wm Fremd High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wm Fremd High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Wm Fremd High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wm Fremd High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wm Fremd High School a charter school?

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

Is Wm Fremd High School a Title I school?

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

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

23.3% of students at Wm Fremd 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,657
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
163
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Township HSD 211
District Enrollment
12,267
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,471
District Rank
#1 of 5

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