UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL

University High School is a public high school that is part of the ISU Laboratory Schools school district, located in Normal, IL with about 612 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, University High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

University High School, commonly known as "U-High," is a laboratory school affiliated with Illinois State University located in Normal, Illinois. As a campus laboratory school, it operates under the university's College of Education, serving as a site for teacher training, educational research, and the implementation of innovative instructional practices. The school maintains a close relationship with the university, allowing students to benefit from academic resources and facilities that are often not available in traditional secondary institutions.

Academically, U-High is recognized for its rigorous college-preparatory curriculum and high standards of achievement. It draws a diverse student body and emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances challenging coursework with a wide variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs. By serving as both a high-achieving high school and a training ground for future educators, University High School plays a unique role in the regional educational landscape, consistently ranking as one of the top-performing schools in the state of Illinois.

For more information, contact University High School at (309) 438-8542 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.