Urbana High School is the only public high school in Urbana, Illinois and was established in 1872.
Serving 1,207 students in grades 9-12, Urbana 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urbana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Urbana High School's student population of 1,207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urbana High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urbana High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1994 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
38%
17%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana High School's ranking?
Urbana High School is ranked #1994 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Urbana High School often compared to?
Urbana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, University Of Illinois High School, Centennial 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 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urbana High School?
The graduation rate of Urbana High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urbana High School?
1,207 students attend Urbana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Urbana High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbana High School?
Urbana High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urbana High School offer ?
Urbana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urbana High School part of?
Urbana High School is part of Urbana School District 116.
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