Maine South High School
- Public
- PARK RIDGE, IL
Public School
Maine South High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- PARK RIDGE, IL
- Rating 3.79 out of 5 497 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade C+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Health & Safetygrade A minus
- Administrationgrade A
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade A+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
63%
Percent Proficient - Math
65%
Average Graduation Rate
98%
Average SAT
1290
403 responses
Average ACT
29
649 responses
AP Enrollment
39%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade B
Median Household Income
$111,642
National
$62,843Median Rent
$1,433
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$437,000
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade A minus
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
98%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 46 responsesPoll
87%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 46 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,375
Free or Reduced Lunch
5%
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 51 responses76%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 51 responses96%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 51 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$113,247
Teachers in First/Second Year
11.7%
77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 64 responses78%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 64 responses91%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 64 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
Expenses Per Student
$28,697 / year
National
$12,23991%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 79 responses58%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 79 responses84%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 79 responsesSimilar Schools
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Maine South High School Reviews
Rating 3.79 out of 5 497 reviews
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Simply, a wonderful school. Much of the faculty cares for the students deeply, often being open to discuss a spectrum of matters, from subject topics to future prospects. In addition, a majority are truly talented at teaching, applying such skills to get the best from the students' minds. There are definitely plenty of clubs, from your standard athletic teams to more academic focused activities like chess and trivia, to those that offer a welcoming hand to diversity (e.g., Serbian club).
There are plenty of courses offered, from many AP ones to those that focus on certain fields specifically, like engineering. Finally, the students themselves are genuinely pleasant to be be around and socialize with. Few accidents do occur, with the faculty ingeniously dealing with those that do happen.
There are plenty of courses offered, from many AP ones to those that focus on certain fields specifically, like engineering. Finally, the students themselves are genuinely pleasant to be be around and socialize with. Few accidents do occur, with the faculty ingeniously dealing with those that do happen.
Although Maine South High School provided me with a stellar education and support from amazing teachers, it has several social issues that need fixing. Though the demographics of Maine South show that they are relatively diverse given their location, socioeconomic discrimination is very common and detrimental to student mental well-being. There are few mental support systems at Maine South. Likewise, physical violence isn't uncommon and threats/bullying happens to students almost daily. Also, the college support centers at Maine South are somewhat poor. I had to figure out a lot of college stuff on my own.
As an underclassman at Maine South, I felt that faculty and teachers were invested in the wellbeing and success of students. I found direction in subject matters that interested me, helping me to determine my area of study for college. The variety of extracurriculars and sports helped me to branch out and create strong friendships. With the closing of school due to the covid-19 pandemic, I saw the dedication of teachers and administrators in action. They took into account the concerns of students and parents at a crucial time. While there are issues at a larger level administratively, I believe that the hospitable environment that I experienced was due to students and teachers alike who wanted to make this school a better place for us all.