School Overview
Harlem High School, located in Machesney Park, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Harlem School District 122. The school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to various vocational and technical programs. With a student body representing a diverse cross-section of the Greater Rockford area, the high school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military.

The school’s campus on North Alpine Road is designed to foster a collaborative learning environment, featuring modern facilities that support both traditional classroom instruction and specialized labs. Beyond academics, Harlem High School maintains a vibrant school culture characterized by active student organizations and a commitment to community involvement. By balancing rigorous educational standards with programs aimed at personal development and social responsibility, the institution plays a central role in the development of the local Machesney Park and Loves Park communities.
1,884
Total Students
133.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Harlem High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,228
Hispanic314
Black148
Asian27
Two or More162
American Indian5
  • White
    1,228 (65.2%)
  • Hispanic
    314 (16.7%)
  • Two or More
    162 (8.6%)
  • Black
    148 (7.9%)
  • Asian
    27 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Harlem UD 122
Phone: (815)654-4511
Website: http://harlem122.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,884
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 133.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 479
Grade 10 448
Grade 11 483
Grade 12 474

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Harlem High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9479
Grade 10448
Grade 11483
Grade 12474
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Harlem High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female86646%
Male1,01854%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)