The University of Illinois Laboratory High School, also known as Uni High or just Uni, was established in 1921 and is a laboratory school located on the engineering section of the University of Illinois campus in Urbana, Illinois. Its enrolls about 300 students, spanning five years.
Serving 319 students in grades 7-12, University Of Illinois High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Of Illinois High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
University Of Illinois High School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Motto
'Unity of Spirit'
School Rankings
University Of Illinois High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Of Illinois High School is 0.75, 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
#12 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Illineks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Of Illinois High School's ranking?
University Of Illinois High School is ranked #12 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are University Of Illinois High School often compared to?
University Of Illinois High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Of Illinois High School?
The graduation rate of University Of Illinois High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Of Illinois High School?
319 students attend University Of Illinois High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of University Of Illinois High School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does University Of Illinois High School offer ?
University Of Illinois High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is University Of Illinois High School part of?
University Of Illinois High School is part of University Of Ill Lab School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has a fantastic reputation and has selective admissions. The students therefore are incredibly motivated. That's the best aspect of Uni. The teachers and administrators are average in general. Course offerings are limited. Not a bad school by any means, but perhaps not as great as its reputation.
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