Oswego East High School, or OEHS, is a public four-year high school located in Oswego, Illinois, a southwest suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Oswego Community Unit School District 308, which also includes Oswego High School.
Serving 2,758 students in grades 9-12, Oswego East 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oswego East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Oswego East High School's student population of 2,758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to promote the positive growth of each student.
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Oswego East 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 Oswego East High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oswego East High School's ranking?
Oswego East High School is ranked #912 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oswego East High School often compared to?
Oswego East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oswego 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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oswego East High School?
The graduation rate of Oswego East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oswego East High School?
2,758 students attend Oswego East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Oswego East High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oswego East High School?
Oswego East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oswego East High School offer ?
Oswego East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oswego East High School part of?
Oswego East High School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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