Serving 3,474 students in grades 10-12, J Sterling Morton East 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 3,474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Sterling Morton East High School's student population of 3,474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 179 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Mascot
Mustangs
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
3,474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
179 teachers
Year Founded
1894
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Sterling Morton East 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 J Sterling Morton East High School is 0.12, 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
#3047 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Sterling Morton East High School's ranking?
J Sterling Morton East High School is ranked #3047 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J Sterling Morton East High School often compared to?
J Sterling Morton East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J Sterling Morton West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J Sterling Morton East High School?
The graduation rate of J Sterling Morton East High School is 81%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend J Sterling Morton East High School?
3,474 students attend J Sterling Morton East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of J Sterling Morton East High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Sterling Morton East High School?
J Sterling Morton East High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Sterling Morton East High School offer ?
J Sterling Morton East High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is J Sterling Morton East High School part of?
J Sterling Morton East High School is part of J S Morton HSD 201 School District.
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