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Waukegan High School

1011 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States
+1 (224) 303-3000
http://schools.wps60.org/whs/
1.0
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Waukegan High School Overview

About This School

Waukegan High School is a public high in Waukegan, Illinois, serving 4,186 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 7% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 323 teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1, while providing guidance through a ratio of 465 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 83% Hispanic, 11% Black, 2% White, 2% Asian, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

4,186
Total Students
Grade 9-12
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
323 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts7%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Lake County
Students per Counselor
465:1

Waukegan High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

7%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 14%State Avg: 28%
N/A
Mathematics
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.2:1
State Avg: 13.1:1
465
Students per Counselor

Waukegan High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
323

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor465:1

Waukegan High School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.03%
Male
46.97%
Female
Total Enrollment: 4,186 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White2.41%
Hispanic83.11%
Asian1.77%
Black10.58%
Two or More Races1.31%
Native American0.74%

Waukegan High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Waukegan High School

Q: What is Waukegan High School?

A: Waukegan High School is a high public located in Waukegan.

Q: How many students attend Waukegan High School?

A: Waukegan High School has approximately 4,186 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Waukegan High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Waukegan High School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Waukegan High School

Waukegan High School is a public high in Waukegan, Illinois, serving 4,186 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 7% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 323 teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1, while providing guidance through a ratio of 465 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 83% Hispanic, 11% Black, 2% White, 2% Asian, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Waukegan High School - Waukegan, IL

Quick Facts about Waukegan High School
School NameWaukegan High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1011 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085, Waukegan, IL
CountyLake County
Phone+1 (224) 303-3000
Total Students4,186
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers323
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency7%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Waukegan High School

What is Waukegan High School?

Waukegan High School is a high public located in Waukegan.

How many students attend Waukegan High School?

Waukegan High School has approximately 4,186 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waukegan High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waukegan High School is 12:1.

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