Urbana High School
1,220 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Urbana High School (UHS), located in Urbana, Illinois, serves as the primary public secondary school for the local community. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence and inclusivity, fostering a diverse student body that benefits from the unique educational environment provided by its proximity to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust career and technical education programs, and extensive extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics to performing arts and specialized academic clubs.
Beyond its academic offerings, Urbana High School is recognized for its strong emphasis on community engagement and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a culture that values equity, striving to provide personalized support systems that help students navigate both their high school years and their transition to post-secondary pursuits. With its historic campus and dedicated faculty, UHS functions as a central pillar of the Urbana community, preparing its graduates to be thoughtful, active, and well-rounded citizens.
Beyond its academic offerings, Urbana High School is recognized for its strong emphasis on community engagement and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a culture that values equity, striving to provide personalized support systems that help students navigate both their high school years and their transition to post-secondary pursuits. With its historic campus and dedicated faculty, UHS functions as a central pillar of the Urbana community, preparing its graduates to be thoughtful, active, and well-rounded citizens.
1,220
Total Students
90.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 386 |
| Hispanic | 177 |
| Black | 448 |
| Asian | 47 |
| Two or More | 118 |
| American Indian | 29 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Black448 (37.1 %)
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White386 (32.0 %)
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Hispanic177 (14.7 %)
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Two or More118 (9.8 %)
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Asian47 (3.9 %)
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American Indian29 (2.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (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: | Urbana SD 116 |
| Phone: | (217)384-3505 |
| Website: | http://www.usd116.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,220 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 90.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
387
Grade 10
318
Grade 11
278
Grade 12
237
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 387 |
| Grade 10 | 318 |
| Grade 11 | 278 |
| Grade 12 | 237 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 595 | 48.8% |
| Male | 612 | 50.2% |
| Not Specified | 13 | 1% |
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