Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dekalb High School's student population of 2,073 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1752 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
23%
17%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb High School's ranking?
Dekalb High School is ranked #1752 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dekalb High School often compared to?
Dekalb High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore High School, Genoa-kingston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb High School?
The graduation rate of Dekalb High School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dekalb High School?
2,073 students attend Dekalb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dekalb High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb High School?
Dekalb High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb High School offer ?
Dekalb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dekalb High School part of?
Dekalb High School is part of Dekalb CUSD 428 School District.
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