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| alumni = David Otunga, Courtney Reed, Tony Vyleta class of 2022
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'''Larkin High School''', also known as '''LHS''', is a public four-year [[high school]] located in [[Elgin, Illinois]], in the United States. It is part of [[Elgin Area School District U46]], which also includes [[Elgin High School (Illinois)|Elgin High School]], [[Bartlett High School (Bartlett, Illinois)|Bartlett High School]], [[South Elgin High School]], and [[Streamwood High School]].
'''Larkin High School''' (''LHS'') is a public four-year [[high school]] located in [[Elgin, Illinois]], United States. It is part of [[Elgin Area School District U46]], which also includes [[Elgin High School (Illinois)|Elgin High School]], [[Bartlett High School (Bartlett, Illinois)|Bartlett High School]], [[South Elgin High School]], and [[Streamwood High School]].


==History==
==History==
Larkin High School was built in 1962 on the former farm of Cyrus H. Larkin, after whom the school is named. Elgin citizens were divided on the naming of the new west side high school. Many voiced their opinion to the school board that naming it Elgin (West) HS would better rival the original Elgin HS located on the east side of the Fox River in the City of Elgin (thus Elgin East). The Larkin name ultimately prevailed.
Larkin High School was built in 1962 on the former farm of Cyrus H. Larkin, after whom the school is named. Elgin citizens were divided on the naming of the new west side high school. Many voiced their opinion to the school board that naming it Elgin (West) HS would better rival the original Elgin HS located on the east side of the Fox River in the City of Elgin (thus Elgin East). The Larkin name ultimately prevailed.

The yearbook is named the ''Cerulean'' in honor of the school's colors: cerulean (a deep blue) and white.


==Academics==
==Academics==
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In 2017, Larkin's students were 16.3% White, 9.2% Black, 67.4% Hispanic, 2.9% Asian, 0.8% Native American, and 3.4% multiracial.<ref name="webprod.isbe.net">{{Cite web |url=http://webprod.isbe.net/ereportcard/publicsite/getReport.aspx?year=2017&code=3104504600002_e.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=2018-05-22 |archive-date=2018-05-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180523100829/http://webprod.isbe.net/ereportcard/publicsite/getReport.aspx?year=2017&code=3104504600002_e.pdf |url-status=dead }}</ref>
In 2017, Larkin's students were 16.3% White, 9.2% Black, 67.4% Hispanic, 2.9% Asian, 0.8% Native American, and 3.4% multiracial.<ref name="webprod.isbe.net">{{Cite web |url=http://webprod.isbe.net/ereportcard/publicsite/getReport.aspx?year=2017&code=3104504600002_e.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=2018-05-22 |archive-date=2018-05-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180523100829/http://webprod.isbe.net/ereportcard/publicsite/getReport.aspx?year=2017&code=3104504600002_e.pdf |url-status=dead }}</ref>


Additionally, 18.9% of students were deemed limited-English-proficient (LEP), and 74.6% of students were low income.<ref name="webprod.isbe.net"/>
18.9% of students were deemed limited-English-proficient (LEP), and 74.6% of students were low income.<ref name="webprod.isbe.net"/>


The 2017 attendance rate was 87.2%. Total enrollment was 2,087. Average class size was 20 students.
The 2017 attendance rate was 87.2%. Total enrollment was 2,087. Average class size was 20 students.


== School Athletics ==
== School athletics ==
Larkin High School is a member of the [[Upstate Eight Conference]] and has many athletic teams including:
Larkin High School is a member of the [[Upstate Eight Conference]] and has many athletic teams, including:


{{columns-list|colwidth=15em|
*Wrestling
*Wrestling
*Softball
*Softball
*Soccer
*Soccer
*Swimming
*Swimming
*Track&Field
*Track & field
*Tennis
*Tennis
*Speech
*Speech
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*Golf
*Golf
*Badminton
*Badminton
*Cross Country
*Cross country
*Cheerleading
*Cheerleading}}


==Activities==
==Activities==
Larkin offers nearly forty extracurricular activities, including academic, service, and performing arts. Larkin is home of the Visual and Performing Arts Academy. The Larkin High School Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPAA) is a four-year program which offers specialized academic studies and activities in the areas of Art, Dance, Drama, and Vocal and Instrumental Music. With being a VPAA school, Larkin also has a theater tech club that runs the lighting and sound as well as set building for the shows in the auditorium. Other activities include [[HOSA (organization)|HOSA]].
Larkin offers nearly 40 extracurricular activities, including academic, service, and performing arts. Larkin is home of the Visual and Performing Arts Academy. The Larkin High School Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPAA) is a four-year program which offers specialized academic studies and activities in the areas of Art, Dance, Drama, and Vocal and Instrumental Music. With being a VPAA school, Larkin also has a theater tech club that runs the lighting and sound as well as set building for the shows in the auditorium. Other activities include [[HOSA (organization)|HOSA]].

==Notable alumni==
* [[Rick Kehr]] (1977), [[NFL]] player<ref>{{cite web |title=Rick Kehr Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/K/KehrRi20.htm |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en}}</ref>
* [[David Otunga]] (1998), actor, lawyer, and professional wrestler<ref>{{cite web |title=Larkin grad David Otunga starring in new 'Medea' film returns to Elgin for special screening, visit to his alma mater |url=https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/ct-ecn-actor-otunga-madea-movie-elgin-st-0306-story.html |website=Chicago Tribune |date=4 March 2019}}</ref>
* [[Roger Smithberg]] (1984), [[MLB]] player<ref>{{cite web |title=Roger Smithberg - Baseball Stats - The Baseball Cube |url=https://www.thebaseballcube.com/content/player/18216/ |website=TheBaseballCube.com |language=en}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[https://www.u-46.org/lhs Official Website]
*[https://www.u-46.org/lhs Official website]
*[https://sites.google.com/site/larkinwrestling/home Wrestling Home Page]
*[https://sites.google.com/site/larkinwrestling/home Wrestling home page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20070926215723/http://www.u-46.org/cdps/cditem.cfm?NID=44 School Profile]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20070926215723/http://www.u-46.org/cdps/cditem.cfm?NID=44 School profile]
*[http://iirc.niu.edu/School.aspx?schoolID=310450460220002&year=2006&source=school%20profile Interactive Illinois Report Card] - for test results and other school accountability information.
*[http://iirc.niu.edu/School.aspx?schoolID=310450460220002&year=2006&source=school%20profile Interactive Illinois Report Card] - for test results and other school accountability information


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[[Category:Public high schools in Illinois]]
[[Category:Public high schools in Illinois]]
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1962]]
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1962]]
[[Category:1962 establishments in Illinois]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Elgin, Illinois]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Elgin, Illinois]]
[[Category:Schools in Kane County, Illinois]]
[[Category:Schools in Kane County, Illinois]]

Latest revision as of 23:01, 22 September 2024

Larkin High School
Address
Map
1475 Larkin Avenue

Elgin, Illinois
60123

United States
Coordinates42°01′55″N 88°18′49″W / 42.0320°N 88.3136°W / 42.0320; -88.3136
Information
School typePublic secondary
MottoTogether We Achieve... Together We Succeed
Established1962
School districtU46
PrincipalKrystal Bush
Faculty129.70 (FTE)[1]
Grades9-12
Enrollment2,264 (2022–23)[1]
Average class size17.1 [2]
Student to teacher ratio17.46[1]
Campus typeSuburban
Color(s)Cerulean blue, white   
Slogan"We Are Royals"
Athletics conferenceUpstate Eight Conference
MascotRoyal
NicknameRoyals
RivalElgin High School Maroons
AccreditationAdvancED[4]
NewspaperCerulean Newspaper
YearbookCerulean Studios
Feeder schoolsAbbott Middle School
Kimball Middle School
Websiteu-46.org

Larkin High School (LHS) is a public four-year high school located in Elgin, Illinois, United States. It is part of Elgin Area School District U46, which also includes Elgin High School, Bartlett High School, South Elgin High School, and Streamwood High School.

History

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Larkin High School was built in 1962 on the former farm of Cyrus H. Larkin, after whom the school is named. Elgin citizens were divided on the naming of the new west side high school. Many voiced their opinion to the school board that naming it Elgin (West) HS would better rival the original Elgin HS located on the east side of the Fox River in the City of Elgin (thus Elgin East). The Larkin name ultimately prevailed.

The yearbook is named the Cerulean in honor of the school's colors: cerulean (a deep blue) and white.

Academics

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Larkin has not made Adequate Yearly Progress on the Prairie State Achievements Examination, a state test part of the No Child Left Behind Act. Larkin is listed as "Academic Watch Status Year 5." In 2010, the graduation rate was 78.8%.[5]

Larkin is home to the district's Visual and Performing Arts Academy.[6]

Student demographics

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In 2017, Larkin's students were 16.3% White, 9.2% Black, 67.4% Hispanic, 2.9% Asian, 0.8% Native American, and 3.4% multiracial.[7]

18.9% of students were deemed limited-English-proficient (LEP), and 74.6% of students were low income.[7]

The 2017 attendance rate was 87.2%. Total enrollment was 2,087. Average class size was 20 students.

School athletics

[edit]

Larkin High School is a member of the Upstate Eight Conference and has many athletic teams, including:

  • Wrestling
  • Softball
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Track & field
  • Tennis
  • Speech
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Bowling
  • Football
  • Baseball
  • Golf
  • Badminton
  • Cross country
  • Cheerleading

Activities

[edit]

Larkin offers nearly 40 extracurricular activities, including academic, service, and performing arts. Larkin is home of the Visual and Performing Arts Academy. The Larkin High School Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPAA) is a four-year program which offers specialized academic studies and activities in the areas of Art, Dance, Drama, and Vocal and Instrumental Music. With being a VPAA school, Larkin also has a theater tech club that runs the lighting and sound as well as set building for the shows in the auditorium. Other activities include HOSA.

Notable alumni

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "Larkin High School". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved August 22, 2024.
  2. ^ "Illinois Report Card".
  3. ^ "Chicago Tribune: Chicago news, sports, weather, entertainment".
  4. ^ Institution Summary, AdvancED, Retrieved 2012-07-11
  5. ^ "Illinois Report Card".
  6. ^ VPAA/Fine Arts Division http://schools.u-46.org/index.pl?id=60493&isa=Category&op=show
  7. ^ a b "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2018-05-23. Retrieved 2018-05-22.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  8. ^ "Rick Kehr Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College". Pro-Football-Reference.com.
  9. ^ "Larkin grad David Otunga starring in new 'Medea' film returns to Elgin for special screening, visit to his alma mater". Chicago Tribune. 4 March 2019.
  10. ^ "Roger Smithberg - Baseball Stats - The Baseball Cube". TheBaseballCube.com.
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