Maine East High School, or Maine East, and officially Maine Township High School East, is a public four-year high school located at the corner of Dempster Street and Potter Road in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago, in the United States. It is part of Maine Township High School District 207.
Serving 1,921 students in grades 9-12, Maine East High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Maine East High School's student population of 1,921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,921 students
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1902
Colors
White, Royal blue
Campus Size
0.08 sq miles
School Rankings
Maine East 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 Maine East High School is 0.72, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
35%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine East High School's ranking?
Maine East High School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maine East High School often compared to?
Maine East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine South High School, Maine West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine East High School?
The graduation rate of Maine East High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maine East High School?
1,921 students attend Maine East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Maine East High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maine East High School?
Maine East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maine East High School offer ?
Maine East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine East High School part of?
Maine East High School is part of Maine Township HSD 207 School District.
School Calendar
View the Maine East High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School - 9th Grade Only
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School for 9th Grade only
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School - 10th, 11th, 12th Grade Odd Bell Schedule w/ Advisory
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of school for all students
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break-No School
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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