Overview

Hinsdale Central High School is a public school in Hinsdale, IL, offering AP courses. It is one of 3 high schools in Hinsdale Twp Hsd 86 School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Hinsdale Central High School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

5500 South Grant Street
Hinsdale, IL 60521
School leader: Mr William Walsh
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Nearby Schools

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    Hinsdale Um Pre-School
    0.32 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Hinsdale Community Preschool
    0.4 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
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    0.55 miles
    Private; PK
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    Private; PK, K
  • 9 /10
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    0.58 miles
    Public district; K-5
  • 10 /10
    Oak Elementary School
    0.64 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • NA
    St Isaac Jogues Elementary School
    0.68 miles
    Private; K-8
  • 9 /10
    Elm Elementary School
    0.74 miles
    Public district; K-5
  • NA
    Hinsdale Covenant Ch Pre-School
    0.76 miles
    Private; PK
  • 10 /10
    Concord Elementary School
    3.75 miles
    Public district; PK, K-4
  • 10 /10
    Mount Greenwood Elementary School
    13.3 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
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    6.54 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 10 /10
    Hancock College Preparatory High School
    9.02 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 10 /10
    Jefferson Elementary School
    6.35 miles
    Public district; K-5
  • 10 /10
    York Community High School
    7.3 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 10 /10
    Hadley Junior High School
    10.03 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • 10 /10
    John L Sipley Elementary School
    7.06 miles
    Public district; PK, K-6
  • 10 /10
    Thomas Jefferson Jr High School
    6.11 miles
    Public district; 7-8
  • 10 /10
    William F Murphy Elementary School
    6.37 miles
    Public district; K-6