Hoffman Estates High School is a public four-year high school located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, in the United States.
Serving 2,185 students in grades 9-12, Hoffman Estates High School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoffman Estates High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Hoffman Estates High School's student population of 2,185 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Rankings
Hoffman Estates High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoffman Estates 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
#1057 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoffman Estates High School's ranking?
Hoffman Estates High School is ranked #1057 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hoffman Estates High School often compared to?
Hoffman Estates High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J B Conant High School, Schaumburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoffman Estates High School?
The graduation rate of Hoffman Estates High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hoffman Estates High School?
2,185 students attend Hoffman Estates High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hoffman Estates High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoffman Estates High School?
Hoffman Estates High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hoffman Estates High School offer ?
Hoffman Estates High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hoffman Estates High School part of?
Hoffman Estates High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
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