NAPERVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Naperville Central High School is a public high school that is part of the Naperville CUSD 203 school district, located in Naperville, IL with about 2,810 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 181 teachers, Naperville Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Naperville Central High School, located in the heart of Naperville, Illinois, is a premier public secondary institution renowned for its long-standing tradition of academic excellence and comprehensive extracurricular programs. Serving a diverse student body, the school is consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state. It provides a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust STEM programs, and extensive fine arts opportunities, all designed to prepare students for success in competitive higher education environments.

Beyond the classroom, Naperville Central is deeply integrated into the local community and is well-known for its vibrant "Redhawk" spirit. The school boasts a highly competitive athletics program and a wide variety of student-led clubs and organizations, fostering a well-rounded environment that encourages leadership, service, and personal growth. With a focus on both academic achievement and social-emotional development, Naperville Central maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the Naperville community, dedicated to empowering students to become informed and engaged global citizens.

For more information, contact Naperville Central High School at (630) 420-6422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

440 Aurora Ave
Naperville, IL 60540-6266
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NAPERVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Naperville, IL with about 2,810 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,810
Teachers:
181.99
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 2,810 students

White
67.1%
Asian
15.9%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
Black or African American
4.9%
Two or more races
3.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.