William Claude Reavis High School simply known as Reavis is a public high school located in Burbank, Illinois., a near southwest suburb of Chicago. It is named for Dr. William Claude Reavis, a professor at the University of Chicago who played a major role in guaranteeing its completion.
Serving 1,961 students in grades 9-12, Reavis High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reavis High School's student population of 1,961 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Reavis 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 Reavis High School is 0.49, 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
#2114 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
66%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ricky The Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reavis High School's ranking?
Reavis High School is ranked #2114 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reavis High School often compared to?
Reavis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amos Alonzo Stagg High School, Oak Lawn Comm High School, Victor J Andrew High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reavis High School?
The graduation rate of Reavis High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Reavis High School?
1,961 students attend Reavis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Reavis High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reavis High School?
Reavis High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reavis High School offer ?
Reavis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reavis High School part of?
Reavis High School is part of Reavis TWP HSD 220 School District.
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