Stevenson High School (Lincolnshire, Illinois)

Stevenson High School, officially Adlai E. Stevenson High School, is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in Lincolnshire, Illinois, a suburb approximately 30 miles north of Chicago. The school serves students in grades 9-12 residing primarily in Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills, and Riverwoods. It is the sole high school of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125.

Founded in 1964, the school is named after Adlai E. Stevenson II, a former Governor of Illinois and two-time Democratic presidential candidate.

Stevenson High School is consistently recognized for its academic excellence. It is a high-performing school with a strong emphasis on preparing students for college. The school offers a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and boasts high graduation rates and standardized test scores.

Beyond academics, Stevenson High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, clubs, and organizations. Its athletic teams, known as the Patriots, compete in the North Suburban Conference. The school's fine arts programs are also highly regarded.

The school's physical campus includes multiple academic buildings, a performing arts center, athletic facilities, and a student center. Regular renovations and expansions have been undertaken to accommodate the growing student population and to provide updated learning environments.

Stevenson High School is governed by a publicly elected school board. The school district is funded primarily through local property taxes. The administration is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the school, implementing policies set by the school board.