East Leyden High School is a secondary school located in Franklin Park, Illinois which educates grades 9-12.
Serving 1,836 students in grades 9-12, East Leyden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Leyden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Leyden High School's student population of 1,836 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Blue, Gold
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educate. Enrich. Empower.
School Rankings
East Leyden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Leyden High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2097 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
57%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Leyden High School's ranking?
East Leyden High School is ranked #2097 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Leyden High School often compared to?
East Leyden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Leyden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Leyden High School?
The graduation rate of East Leyden High School is 82%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Leyden High School?
1,836 students attend East Leyden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Leyden High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Leyden High School?
East Leyden High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Leyden High School offer ?
East Leyden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Leyden High School part of?
East Leyden High School is part of Leyden CHSD 212 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
I graduated in '64 & got a very good education. I'd recommend this school over ALL others in area!
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