Serving 2,805 students in grades 9-12, Homewood-flossmoor High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homewood-flossmoor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Homewood-flossmoor High School's student population of 2,805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 205 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
205 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homewood-flossmoor High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homewood-flossmoor High School is 0.45, 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
#1764 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
73%
16%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homewood-flossmoor High School's ranking?
Homewood-flossmoor High School is ranked #1764 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Homewood-flossmoor High School often compared to?
Homewood-flossmoor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homewood-flossmoor High School?
The graduation rate of Homewood-flossmoor High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homewood-flossmoor High School?
2,805 students attend Homewood-flossmoor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Homewood-flossmoor High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homewood-flossmoor High School?
Homewood-flossmoor High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Homewood-flossmoor High School offer ?
Homewood-flossmoor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Homewood-flossmoor High School part of?
Homewood-flossmoor High School is part of Homewood Flossmoor CHSD 233 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of Classes for Seniors
May 15, 2025 (Thursday)
Juneteenth-School Closed
June 19, 2025 (Thursday)
Independence Day-School Closed
July 04, 2025 (Friday)
Labor Day-School Closed
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
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