Serving 1,190 students in grades 9-12, Sycamore High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 22% 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: 1,190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sycamore High School's student population of 1,190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Mr. Spartan
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Rankings
Sycamore High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore High School is 0.38, 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
#946 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Sycamore High School's ranking?
Sycamore High School is ranked #946 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sycamore High School often compared to?
Sycamore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dekalb High School, Genoa-kingston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sycamore High School?
The graduation rate of Sycamore High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sycamore High School?
1,190 students attend Sycamore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sycamore High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore High School?
Sycamore High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sycamore High School offer ?
Sycamore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sycamore High School part of?
Sycamore High School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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