Grayslake North High School is a public high school located in Grayslake, Illinois and is part of Grayslake Community High School District 127. The school's enrollment is 1,530.
Serving 1,206 students in grades 9-12, Grayslake North High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 1,206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grayslake North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Grayslake North High School's student population of 1,206 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grayslake North 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 Grayslake North High School is 0.63, 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
#637 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
35%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nigel The Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grayslake North High School's ranking?
Grayslake North High School is ranked #637 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grayslake North High School often compared to?
Grayslake North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grayslake Central High School, Lakes Community High School, Warren Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grayslake North High School?
The graduation rate of Grayslake North High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grayslake North High School?
1,206 students attend Grayslake North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Grayslake North High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grayslake North High School?
Grayslake North High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grayslake North High School offer ?
Grayslake North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grayslake North High School part of?
Grayslake North High School is part of Grayslake CHSD 127 School District.
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