MCHENRY EAST HIGH SCHOOL

McHenry East High School is a public high school that is part of the McHenry CHSD 156 school district, located in McHenry, IL with about 765 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, McHenry East High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

McHenry East High School, located at 1012 N. Green St. in McHenry, Illinois, is one of the two main high school campuses serving the McHenry Community High School District 156. Historically known as the primary campus for the district, the school underwent a significant transformation following the 2021-2022 academic year. As part of a district-wide reconfiguration, McHenry East shifted its focus to serve students primarily in the freshman class, while the McHenry West campus houses students in grades 10 through 12. This "Freshman Campus" model is designed to provide a dedicated transition period, helping ninth-grade students build strong academic and social foundations before moving to the upper-class campus.

Academically and athletically, McHenry East remains deeply integrated into the district’s mission of preparing students for post-secondary success. The campus offers a comprehensive range of introductory core courses, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities tailored specifically to the needs of first-year students. By focusing resources on the freshman experience, the school emphasizes mentorship, supportive orientation programs, and the cultivation of a cohesive school culture, ensuring that students feel connected and prepared as they begin their high school careers within the McHenry community.

For more information, contact McHenry East High School at (815) 385-1145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.