University High School

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University High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
601 Gregory St,  Normal, IL
Isu Laboratory Schools
4.2
4.0
605 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Jeffrey W Hill
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
74%
Reading Proficiency
80%
Average GPA
3.72
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.72
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
74%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
29
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
71.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
88.9%
State Average
43%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
200:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.2%
Male
47.4%
White
70.9%
Asian
8%
Two or more races
7.8%
Hispanic
7.7%
Black
5.6%

School Rankings

#30 Best Public HS in Illinois
#31 Best Public HS Teachers in Illinois
#35 Best College Prep Public HS 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 185 Students
Illinois State University 134 Students
Illinois Wesleyan University 88 Students
Purdue University 72 Students
University of Iowa 72 Students
Northwestern University 65 Students
Michigan State University 54 Students
University of Illinois Chicago 53 Students
University of Missouri 52 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 49 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 79 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Biology 58 Students
Computer Science 46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Pre-Law Studies 26 Students
Nursing 25 Students
Political Science and Government 25 Students
Finance 24 Students
Marketing 23 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 176 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/6/2025
I've really enjoyed being apart of this school. It really does challenge me as a student and a person and has shown me what to expect for my future.
5.0 Parent
6/19/2025
Oldest laboratory school in the US est. 1857 Long standing tradition of education and pedagogy. Challenging classes and excellence in college preparation.
4.0 Junior
3/29/2025
I'm incredibly grateful to be a student at University High School, I was able to attend at a wonderful school instead of a less fortunate school. I have been given so many opportunities and resources that i would never have had otherwise. It is a great school with great teachers and wonderful opportunities.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
5.0 student
12/6/2008
5.0 parent
5/21/2008
1.0 other
2/9/2008
5.0 parent
4/24/2007

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University High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Normal, IL and is served by the Isu Laboratory Schools in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 605 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. University High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.72, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $206,612. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eugene Field School, McClean Co Detention Center, Heartland Community College, and more. Learn more about what Normal has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near University High School.

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