For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,329 students in Darien, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Darien, IL is Hinsdale South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Darien, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Darien have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Darien, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hinsdale South High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Darien, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hinsdale South High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7401 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4000
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,329 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
High Schoold 86 Adult Opportunties Program
Alternative School
7302 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4318
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4318
Gr: 12
Darien, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7301 Fairview Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Darien, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Darien, IL include Hinsdale South High School.
How many public high schools are located in Darien?
2 public high schools are located in Darien.
What is the racial composition of students in Darien?
Darien public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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