Batavia High School, or BHS, is a public four-year high school located in Batavia, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Crimson, Gold
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)100%
17%
White
(19-20)n/a
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Paws?
1 students attend Paws.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Paws students are Black.
What grades does Paws offer ?
Paws offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paws part of?
Paws is part of Kane ROE School District.
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