DEERFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Deerfield High School is a public high school that is part of the Twp HSD 113 school district, located in Deerfield, IL with about 1,622 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 119 teachers, Deerfield 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.
Deerfield High School, located at 1959 Waukegan Road in Deerfield, Illinois, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12. As a flagship institution within Township High School District 113, the school is widely recognized for its academic rigor, comprehensive curriculum, and commitment to preparing students for competitive post-secondary opportunities. It consistently ranks among the top public high schools in the state, drawing students from the surrounding North Shore suburbs and maintaining a reputation for excellence in both teaching faculty and student outcomes.
Beyond its academic focus, Deerfield High School is known for cultivating a vibrant, well-rounded student experience. The school provides an extensive array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, award-winning fine and performing arts departments, and a diverse range of student-led clubs and organizations. By fostering a culture that emphasizes both scholastic achievement and community engagement, the school aims to support the intellectual, social, and emotional growth of its student body within a supportive and inclusive environment.
For more information, contact Deerfield High School at (224) 632-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Deerfield, IL 60015-1840
(224) 632-3000
DEERFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Deerfield, IL with about 1,622 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Twp HSD 113
- Total Students:
- 1,622
- Teachers:
- 119.1
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- 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 1,622 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DEERFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 3.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
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.