Cary Grove High School

Cary Grove High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2208 Three Oaks Rd,  Cary, IL
Community High School District No. 155
4.2
3.6
1,516 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jay Sargeant
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
41%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
600
Average ACT
28
Math
28
English
28
Reading
28
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
81.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
312:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.7%
Female
47.3%
White
78.1%
Hispanic
17.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Black
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#29 Best HS For Athletes in Illinois
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 248 Students
University of Iowa 214 Students
Illinois State University 181 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 156 Students
McHenry County College 142 Students
Michigan State University 140 Students
Northern Illinois University 136 Students
Purdue University 131 Students
University of Kentucky 125 Students
Loyola University Chicago 123 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 156 Students
Psychology 115 Students
Marketing 83 Students
Biology 79 Students
Nursing 72 Students
Finance 65 Students
Computer Science 55 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Education 44 Students
Accounting 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 365 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/17/2024
Cary Grove has prepared me for the next level of my academic career. Our community is very close knit and supportive of our student body. Parents are very involved in our booster programs and supporting the facility as well. I played in 3 varsity sports during my 4 years, being on teams has provided me valuable lessons in accountability, collaboration and hard work.
4.0 Senior
10/30/2024
I have had a good experience. School culture is great, especially at football games. Food could be better. College resources are pretty good. Most teachers are great.
5.0 Senior
1/4/2024
Cary-Grove was an amazing school to attend. It is a very warm and welcoming community with a great academic and athletic community. From the sciences to art and literature Cary has it all. With an amazing staff and student body it is so easy to succeed there. And enjoy the things you want to learn about.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 8 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/5/2025
So I had $250 to pay for a registration fee for last year which was past due due to a family bereavement issue and I went up there and told them it was to be paid in full in 3 days on Friday and they still wouldn't allow my child to look at her classes physically or see a schedule. Cary grove high S...
2.0 other
7/18/2025
In my short time here I experienced racism and isolation. The students here are snooty and rude if you don’t think look or act like them. Every time I tried to speak out against the racism the deans and councilors would cringe. While I was on the cheer team I was completely shut out was I shy? Yes b...
5.0 parent
11/16/2018
We could not be happier. Cary-Grove administration, teachers, counselors, and all staff we have encountered actually have been amazing. Our senior student has flourished with so many different opportunities. Students of all walks are celebrated. Students are KIND to each other and care for each othe...
5.0 parent
1/10/2017
The staff at CG is highly experienced, well-trained, proactive and empathetic. We have found after raising 4 kids that the quality of the teachers is a school's most valuable asset. Additionally, our kids felt very comfortable in the school. The principal and deans are excellent leaders and the comm...

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Cary Grove High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Cary, IL, in the Cary neighborhood, and is served by the Community High School District No. 155 in Illinois. The school has a total enrollment of 1,516 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Cary Grove High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $427,372. Discover additional schools in the area, like Trinity Oaks Christian Academy, High Road School of Hoffman Estates, Quentin Road Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Cary has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cary Grove High School.

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