Serving 2,519 students in grades 9-12, Naperville Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Naperville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Naperville Central High School's student population of 2,519 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 179 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
179 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Naperville Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Naperville Central High School is 0.57, 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
#128 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 Naperville Central High School's ranking?
Naperville Central High School is ranked #128 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Naperville Central High School often compared to?
Naperville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naperville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Naperville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Naperville Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Naperville Central High School?
2,519 students attend Naperville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Naperville Central High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Naperville Central High School?
Naperville Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Naperville Central High School offer ?
Naperville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Naperville Central High School part of?
Naperville Central High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Naperville Central High School located?
Naperville Central High School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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