2017 Honors Convocation Academic Achievements (Class of 2017) ACT Composite 27.3 (highest in school history) 25 students recognized in the National Merit Program 7 Finalists 18 Commended 3 National Hispanic Recognition Finalists 98 Illinois State Scholars (35% of class) 175 Presidential Scholars (63% of class) 7 Evans Scholars 2 appointments to the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs 179 members of the Class of 2017 have been awarded 590 scholarships from 139 universities and foundations. Thus, 64 % of the class has received academic recognition in the monetary amount of over $33,400,000 Extracurricular Achievements (2016-2016) TEAMS (formerly JETS) – 1st in state among division schools and 1st in the nation WYSE - 2nd in state STEM competition Back to news