Kaneland High School, or KHS, is a public four-year high school located in Maple Park, Illinois, United States. It is part of Kaneland Community Unit School District 302.
Serving 1,201 students in grades 9-12, Kaneland Senior 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 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 1,201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaneland Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kaneland Senior High School's student population of 1,201 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Kaneland Senior 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 Kaneland Senior High School is 0.42, 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
#972 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneland Senior High School's ranking?
Kaneland Senior High School is ranked #972 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kaneland Senior High School often compared to?
Kaneland Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Batavia Sr High School, Geneva Community 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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kaneland Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Kaneland Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kaneland Senior High School?
1,201 students attend Kaneland Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kaneland Senior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaneland Senior High School?
Kaneland Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland Senior High School offer ?
Kaneland Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kaneland Senior High School part of?
Kaneland Senior High School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Being a former student of KHS, it is unfortunate to say that the school is ran very poorly by the administration. The education is below average and does not prepare the average student for a higher education at a university. Kaneland High School also does not have the variety of classes that many schools offer. The Fox Valley Career Center is great for Kaneland and offers many elective classes for students to learn about careers they want to pursue. The athletic's at KHS are disappointing for the talent at the high school, football and wrestling have built a successful tradition, but the other sports struggle in the Western Sun Conference. In my own opinion I hold the athletic director responsible for the athletic program and I think it is a bit ridiculous that in the 4 years I attended the school, there were 3 different head varsity boys basketball coaches and 3 different head varsity baseball coaches. There have been incidents at the school with the the coaches being fired, which is in direct connection with the athletic director at KHS. I am unsure how many more mistakes can be made on hiring's of coaches at the school before the AD is taken responsible. The school's facilities have improved drastically with the additions and the new beautiful auditorium built on the east end of the school. Extracurricular activities at the school are average for the enrollment of the school.
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