ANTIOCH COMM HIGH SCHOOL

Antioch Comm High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the CHSD 117 school district, located in Antioch, IL with about 1,327 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 81 teachers, Antioch Comm High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Antioch Community High School (ACHS), located in Antioch, Illinois, serves as a central hub for secondary education in its community. As part of Community High School District 117, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student body. The institution emphasizes college and career readiness, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and vocational programs designed to prepare students for various post-secondary pathways.

Beyond academics, Antioch Community High School is deeply committed to extracurricular engagement and community spirit. The school hosts a variety of athletic teams, fine arts programs, and student-led clubs that encourage personal growth, leadership, and social development. By balancing rigorous scholastic expectations with a rich culture of school tradition—often rallying behind their mascot, the Sequoits—ACHS strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute effectively to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Antioch Comm High School at (847) 395-1421 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.