Serving 1,985 students in grades 9-12, Auburn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,985 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 73%
Graduation Rate
: 60% (Btm 50% in IL)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 26% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 25% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Auburn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Auburn High School?
The graduation rate of Auburn High School is 60%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Auburn High School?
1,985 students attend Auburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Auburn High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Auburn High School?
Auburn High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Auburn High School offer ?
Auburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Auburn High School part of?
As a parent of 2 children who have attended the school's Gifted Program, I speak very highly of Auburn High.The school has dedicated teachers, offers rigorous education with numerous AP courses, has a tremendous Scholastic/Quiz Bowl and Science Olympiad Teams which rank statewide and nationally, as well as many other varied and well-rounded extra-curricular academic/sports opportunities to challenge the aspiring student. The school's gifted program has an enviable record of student placement into more selective colleges and universities. Rockford Gifted High School Program is a a jewel in the crown of our public education system.
- Posted by Parent - Dr. Dino Pandya
58/26/2014
As a parent I went to Auburn High School . And I don't know if anything has changed at this school. I feel as long as you are into some sport or some club you won't have to worry about running with the wrong crowd or getting into any trouble.
- Posted by Parent - starc
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,985 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 73%
Graduation Rate
: 60% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 26% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 25% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
