Maine East High School

east.maine207.org

1,808 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Maine East High School, located in Park Ridge, Illinois, is a prominent public secondary school serving the diverse communities within Maine Township High School District 207. Known for its rich history and vibrant school culture, Maine East is celebrated as one of the most culturally diverse high schools in the state, with a student body that represents a wide array of linguistic and ethnic backgrounds. This diversity is a core component of the school's identity, fostering an inclusive environment that prepares students for success in an increasingly globalized world.

Academically, Maine East offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education, and a variety of elective programs designed to cater to diverse interests. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong commitment to extracurricular engagement, boasting an extensive selection of athletic teams, clubs, and fine arts programs. With a mission centered on academic excellence and holistic student development, Maine East High School remains a cornerstone of the local community, dedicated to empowering its students through rigorous education and strong social support systems.

1,808

Total Students

124.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Maine East High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	672
Hispanic	452
Black	101
Asian	532
Two or More	42
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	4

White
672 (37.2 %)
Asian
532 (29.4 %)
Hispanic
452 (25.0 %)
Black
101 (5.6 %)
Two or More
42 (2.3 %)
American Indian
5 (0.3 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2 %)

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:	Maine Township HSD 207
Phone:	(847)825-4484
Website:	http://east.maine207.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,808
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	124.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 449

Grade 10 423

Grade 11 450

Grade 12 486