Serving 2,906 students in grades 9-12, Carl Sandburg High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carl Sandburg High School's student population of 2,906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Sandburg High School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg High School is ranked #615 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carl Sandburg High School often compared to?
Carl Sandburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amos Alonzo Stagg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Sandburg High School?
The graduation rate of Carl Sandburg High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carl Sandburg High School?
2,906 students attend Carl Sandburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carl Sandburg High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg High School?
Carl Sandburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg High School offer ?
Carl Sandburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carl Sandburg High School part of?
Carl Sandburg High School is part of Cons HSD 230 School District.
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