School Overview
Kankakee High School, located at 1200 W Jeffery St in Kankakee, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Kankakee School District 111. The school is known for its comprehensive academic environment, offering a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and various elective pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As the district's flagship high school, it acts as a central hub for the community, emphasizing student development through a blend of traditional instruction and modernized educational initiatives.

Beyond its academic offerings, Kankakee High School fosters a vibrant extracurricular culture, featuring a wide range of athletic programs, student organizations, and performing arts opportunities. The institution places a strong focus on school spirit and student engagement, aiming to provide a supportive environment that addresses the social and emotional needs of its diverse student body. By integrating community involvement with extracurricular activities, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to make positive contributions to society.
1,513
Total Students
83.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kankakee High School
Demographic Student Count
White290
Hispanic537
Black662
Asian7
Two or More15
American Indian2
  • Black
    662 (43.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    537 (35.5 %)
  • White
    290 (19.2 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    7 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kankakee SD 111
Phone: (815)933-0740
Website: http://www.kankakeeschooldistrict.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,513
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 83.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 362
Grade 10 385
Grade 11 367
Grade 12 399

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kankakee High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9362
Grade 10385
Grade 11367
Grade 12399
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kankakee High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female77351.1%
Male74048.9%