Hinsdale South High School

Public 9-12

 7401 Clarendon Hills Rd
       Darien, IL  60561-4288


(630) 468-4000

District: Hinsdale Township HSD 86

SchoolDigger Rank:
53rd of 699 Illinois High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $31,944 Help


Feeder schools for Hinsdale South High School:

Elementary:    Gower West Elementary School
Middle:    Gower Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.8 Help
Number of students:  1,371

Racial breakdown:

White:
54.3%
African American:
16.8%
Hispanic:
15.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  19.3% Help


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Compare Details Hinsdale South High School ranks better than 92.4% of high schools in Illinois. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 90.95. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Hinsdale South High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Hinsdale South High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (54.3%), African American (16.8%), Hispanic (15.8%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hinsdale South High School is 12.8. 1 high schools in the Hinsdale Township HSD 86 School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Hinsdale South High School employs 106.6 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hinsdale South High School is $31,944, which is the highest among 3 high schools in the Hinsdale Township HSD 86 School District!
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Hinsdale South High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Hinsdale South High School 53rd of 699 Illinois public high schools. (See Hinsdale South High School in the ranking list.)

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Hinsdale Township HSD 86:

SchoolDigger ranks Hinsdale Township HSD 86 30th of 823 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hinsdale South High School

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Rank History for all students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 87.04 44th 586 92.5%
2004 81.48 80th 592 86.5%
2005 80.46 85th 590 85.6%
2006 77.29 116th 596 80.5%
2007 81.03 98th 612 84.0%
2008 91.18 33rd 624 94.7%
2009 90.99 34th 632 94.6%
2010 84.28 78th 643 87.9%
2011 84.60 80th 655 87.8%
2012 91.07 42nd 665 93.7%
2013 83.81 94th 670 86.0%
2014 85.74 87th 670 87.0%
2015 80.69 77th 614 87.5%
2016 81.50 49th 643 92.4%
2017 91.75 41st 642 93.6%
2018 84.43 85th 647 86.9%
2019 87.12 75th 701 89.3%
2021 91.60 59th 688 91.4%
2022 82.12 101st 699 85.6%
2023 90.95 53rd 699 92.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 82.44 30th 163 81.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 23.51 190th 205 7.3%
2023 88.40 11th 217 94.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.98 24th 374 93.6%
2019 55.31 117th 473 75.3%
2021 46.51 165th 453 63.6%
2022 63.14 88th 493 82.2%
2023 88.09 53rd 476 88.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.27 271st 585 53.7%
2019 73.60 95th 639 85.1%
2021 80.93 81st 611 86.7%
2022 70.98 121st 626 80.7%
2023 68.07 138th 644 78.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.01 118th 620 81.0%
2019 79.33 113th 665 83.0%
2021 80.31 110th 639 82.8%
2022 76.48 134th 658 79.6%
2023 93.96 24th 656 96.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 75.32 56th 428 86.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.95 62nd 619 90.0%
2019 91.57 53rd 675 92.1%
2021 95.60 39th 653 94.0%
2022 84.30 81st 664 87.8%
2023 83.65 86th 668 87.1%
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Rank History for Asian students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.43 39th 132 70.5%
2019 61.92 53rd 130 59.2%
2021 73.27 35th 135 74.1%
2022 69.87 42nd 141 70.2%
2023 74.74 35th 134 73.9%
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Rank History for African American students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.66 65th 253 74.3%
2019 58.45 83rd 299 72.2%
2021 59.60 67th 281 76.2%
2022 44.69 133rd 294 54.8%
2023 53.71 99th 301 67.1%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.75 34th 291 88.3%
2019 62.18 89th 317 71.9%
2021 78.28 44th 317 86.1%
2022 67.55 77th 335 77.0%
2023 77.02 50th 333 85.0%
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Rank History for White students at Hinsdale South High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.14 61st 548 88.9%
2019 90.12 48th 552 91.3%
2021 87.44 70th 553 87.3%
2022 76.80 102nd 560 81.8%
2023 92.23 32nd 557 94.3%
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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Illinois State Board of Education

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by a parent
Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Open Quote We love our school. The teachers, staff and administration listen to the needs of the community and adapt for what the students need. My daughter’s AP classes are outstanding and there is quite a list of clubs, sports and activities that students can join. Close Quote


by a student
Saturday, June 5, 2010

Open Quote I love that school, its the best school in the world. A lot of the kids there are really nice and the teachers are awesome. The student security would always entertain me like Mr. Lewis or Mr. Rocco. I even like the opportunities they give out there. I Will cry a lot when i graduate but i have a long way to go do i'm gonna make the best of it Close Quote



Enrollment information for Hinsdale South High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 1506 48 158 40 n/a n/a n/a 0 1752
1989 1456 52 170 40 2 n/a n/a 0 1720
1990 1374 53 166 38 3 n/a n/a 0 1634
1991 1337 62 161 34 4 n/a n/a 0 1598
1992 1241 67 191 39 3 n/a n/a 0 1541
1993 1269 81 207 49 2 n/a n/a 0 1608
1994 1330 107 208 43 1 n/a n/a 0 1689
1995 1320 111 216 50 0 n/a n/a 0 1697
1996 1320 111 216 50 0 n/a n/a 0 1697
1997 1280 108 180 55 0 n/a n/a 0 1623
1998 1236 128 176 63 0 n/a n/a 0 1603
1999 1249 128 174 71 0 n/a n/a 0 1622
2000 1237 113 199 89 2 n/a n/a 0 1640
2001 1235 120 231 96 5 n/a n/a 0 1687
2002 1352 131 241 121 4 n/a n/a 0 1849
2003 1352 131 241 121 4 n/a n/a 0 1849
2004 1330 151 227 132 5 n/a n/a 0 1845
2005 1381 158 232 140 2 n/a n/a 0 1913
2006 1357 166 230 165 2 n/a n/a 0 1920
2007 1294 199 214 149 1 n/a n/a 12 1869
2008 1271 224 210 152 2 n/a n/a 23 1882
2009 1192 221 194 136 4 n/a n/a 36 1783
2010 1178 268 177 150 5 n/a n/a 47 1825
2011 1118 273 165 195 5 7 45 0 1808
2012 1060 295 160 192 9 4 46 0 1766
2013 1032 302 163 193 7 3 39 0 1739
2014 961 328 177 197 6 3 40 0 1712
2015 897 324 162 194 7 4 41 0 1629
2016 869 310 158 200 1 3 42 0 1583
2017 842 304 144 174 2 3 38 0 1507
2018 824 292 132 196 1 3 35 0 1483
2019 795 268 132 197 3 1 28 0 1424
2020 800 239 136 194 2 3 19 0 1393
2021 783 232 137 189 2 3 17 0 1363
2022 778 206 142 187 2 1 34 0 1350
2023 744 230 125 217 1 0 54 0 1371

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hinsdale South High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1752 121.8 14.3 n/a
1989 1720 116.5 14.7 n/a
1990 1634 113.3 14.4 n/a
1991 1598 113.7 14.0 n/a
1992 1541 113.5 13.5 n/a
1993 1608 110.4 14.6 n/a
1994 1689 115.7 14.6 n/a
1995 1697 115.3 14.7 n/a
1996 1697 115.3 14.7 n/a
1997 1623 113.5 14.3 n/a
1998 1603 107.4 14.9 n/a
1999 1622 107.0 15.2 n/a
2000 1640 108.7 15.1 n/a
2001 1687 107.1 15.8 n/a
2002 1849 119.3 15.5 0
2003 1849 119.3 15.5 0
2004 1845 119.9 15.4 0
2005 1913 126.9 15.1 0
2006 1920 131.6 14.6 0
2007 1869 118.0 15.8 0
2008 1882 111.0 17.0 0
2009 1783 123.8 14.4 0
2010 1825 126.0 14.4 0
2011 1808 125.7 14.3 0
2012 1766 121.6 14.5 23
2013 1739 211.0 8.2 23.6
2014 1712 n/a n/a 27.9
2015 1629 123.0 13.2 32.3
2016 1583 120.0 13.1 29.8
2017 1507 118.8 12.6 30.9
2018 1483 110.8 13.3 28.1
2019 1424 130.2 10.9 27
2020 1393 105.5 13.1 24
2021 1363 n/a n/a n/a
2022 1350 101.7 13.2 19.3
2023 1371 106.6 12.8 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hinsdale South High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1752 121.8 14.3 n/a
1989 1720 116.5 14.7 n/a
1990 1634 113.3 14.4 n/a
1991 1598 113.7 14.0 n/a
1992 1541 113.5 13.5 n/a
1993 1608 110.4 14.6 n/a
1994 1689 115.7 14.6 n/a
1995 1697 115.3 14.7 n/a
1996 1697 115.3 14.7 n/a
1997 1623 113.5 14.3 n/a
1998 1603 107.4 14.9 n/a
1999 1622 107.0 15.2 n/a
2000 1640 108.7 15.1 n/a
2001 1687 107.1 15.8 n/a
2002 1849 119.3 15.5 0
2003 1849 119.3 15.5 0
2004 1845 119.9 15.4 0
2005 1913 126.9 15.1 0
2006 1920 131.6 14.6 0
2007 1869 118.0 15.8 0
2008 1882 111.0 17.0 0
2009 1783 123.8 14.4 0
2010 1825 126.0 14.4 0
2011 1808 125.7 14.3 0
2012 1766 121.6 14.5 23
2013 1739 211.0 8.2 23.6
2014 1712 n/a n/a 27.9
2015 1629 123.0 13.2 32.3
2016 1583 120.0 13.1 29.8
2017 1507 118.8 12.6 30.9
2018 1483 110.8 13.3 28.1
2019 1424 130.2 10.9 27
2020 1393 105.5 13.1 24
2021 1363 n/a n/a n/a
2022 1350 101.7 13.2 19.3
2023 1371 106.6 12.8 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Hinsdale South High School

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YearPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaHepatitis BVaricellaDTPMeningococcal
201599.1%99.3%99.3%99.3%99.0%99.0%99.5%
201699.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.3%99.0%28.2%
201799.7%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.7%98.9%99.8%25.0%
201899.8%99.6%99.6%99.6%99.7%99.2%99.9%26.9%
201999.3%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.3%99.2%99.5%50.5%
202198.8%98.7%98.7%98.7%99.0%98.7%99.1%96.7%
202296.2%96.0%96.0%96.0%98.8%96.1%96.5%95.5%
202397.7%97.7%97.7%97.7%97.8%97.7%97.8%95.4%

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Hinsdale South High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $422 (1.7%) $24,751 (98.3%) $25,174
2020 $447 (1.6%) $27,049 (98.4%) $27,496
2021 $653 (2.3%) $27,226 (97.7%) $27,880
2022 $653 (2.3%) $27,226 (97.7%) $27,880
2023 $550 (1.7%) $31,394 (98.3%) $31,944

Data source: Illinois Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hinsdale South High School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 75th of 701 High schoolsRanks 53rd of 699 High schools
 3.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Mathematics (Hinsdale South High School)46.843.5
 3.3%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Hinsdale Township HSD 86)68.561.6
 6.9%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)34.826.7
 8.1%
11th Grade English Language Arts (Hinsdale South High School)44.346.4
 2.1%
   11th Grade English Language Arts (Hinsdale Township HSD 86)65.166.3
 1.2%
   11th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)36.731.6
 5.1%
End of Course Science (Hinsdale South High School)61.375.3
 14%
   End of Course Science (Hinsdale Township HSD 86)67.780.8
 13.1%
   End of Course Science (Illinois)36.452.2
 15.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students14241371
 3.7%
African American268230
 14.2%
American Indian31
 66.7%
Asian132125
 5.3%
Hispanic197217
 10.2%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White795744
 6.4%
Two or More Races2854
 92.9%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Hinsdale South High School

Students at Hinsdale South High School are 54% White, 17% African American, 16% Hispanic, 9% Asian, 4% Two or more races.

Hinsdale South High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Gower West Elementary School
Middle : Gower Middle School

Yes. Hinsdale South High School ranks in the top 7.6% of Illinois high schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,371 students attended Hinsdale South High School.


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