Maine South High School is a public four-year high school located in Park Ridge, Illinois, United States, a northwest suburb of Chicago. It is part of Maine Township High School District 207. Maine South is well known for its academic, athletic, and fine arts success.
Serving 2,491 students in grades 9-12, Maine South High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 21% 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: 2,491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine South 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
Maine South High School's student population of 2,491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Maine South High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine South High School is 0.36, 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
#192 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Harley
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine South High School's ranking?
Maine South High School is ranked #192 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maine South High School often compared to?
Maine South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine South High School?
The graduation rate of Maine South High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maine South High School?
2,491 students attend Maine South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Maine South High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maine South High School?
Maine South High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maine South High School offer ?
Maine South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine South High School part of?
Maine South High School is part of Maine Township HSD 207 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Freshmen
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day All Students
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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