Antioch Community High School, Antioch, or ACHS, is a public four-year high school in Antioch, Illinois, a far north suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States.
Serving 1,313 students in grades 9-12, Antioch Comm High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antioch Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Antioch Comm High School's student population of 1,313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Antioch Comm High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antioch Comm High School is 0.45, which is less 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
CHSD 117 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sequoits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antioch Comm High School's ranking?
Antioch Comm High School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Antioch Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Antioch Comm High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Antioch Comm High School?
1,313 students attend Antioch Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Antioch Comm High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antioch Comm High School?
Antioch Comm High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Antioch Comm High School offer ?
Antioch Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Antioch Comm High School part of?
Antioch Comm High School is part of CHSD 117 School District.
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