Saint Charles North High School is a public four-year high school, located in St. Charles, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Community Unit School District 303 which also includes Saint Charles East High School.
Serving 1,903 students in grades 9-12, St. Charles North High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 1,903 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Charles North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Charles North High School's student population of 1,903 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,903 students
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
A community dedicated to achievement and growth through discovery, cooperation, preparation, and inspiration
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
St. Charles North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Charles North High School is 0.47, 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
#392 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St Charles CUSD 303 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Polaris (polar Bear)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Charles North High School's ranking?
St. Charles North High School is ranked #392 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Charles North High School often compared to?
St. Charles North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Eamiddle And High High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Charles North High School?
The graduation rate of St. Charles North High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend St. Charles North High School?
1,903 students attend St. Charles North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of St. Charles North High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Charles North High School?
St. Charles North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Charles North High School offer ?
St. Charles North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Charles North High School part of?
St. Charles North High School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
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