HARRY D JACOBS HIGH SCHOOL
Harry D Jacobs High School is a public high school that is part of the CUSD 300 school district, located in Algonquin, IL with about 2,169 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 133 teachers, Harry D Jacobs 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.
Harry D. Jacobs High School, located in Algonquin, Illinois, is a prominent secondary school serving the District 300 community. As a large, comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized career and technical education programs. The school is known for its strong emphasis on college and career readiness, striving to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with support services designed to meet the needs of a multifaceted student body.
Beyond academics, Jacobs High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive IHSA athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school prides itself on fostering school spirit and community engagement, often serving as a central hub for events in the Algonquin area. With a focus on preparing students for life after graduation, the school aims to cultivate both academic excellence and character development within a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
For more information, contact Harry D Jacobs High School at (847) 532-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Algonquin, IL 60102-9780
(847) 532-6100
HARRY D JACOBS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Algonquin, IL with about 2,169 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CUSD 300
- Total Students:
- 2,169
- Teachers:
- 133.61
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,169 students
- White
- 67.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.3%
- Asian
- 7.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Black or African American
- 3.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.