ABOUT US

Crete-Monee High School is a comprehensive four-year high school serving students from the villages of Crete, Monee, University Park, and Park Forest. Our mission is to educate students to be critical thinkers and active learners, to challenge them to reach their full potential, and to prepare them to contribute positively to society.

Our student body represents a wide range of social, cultural, and religious backgrounds. This diversity enriches our school environment and is supported by a rigorous curriculum that includes honors courses, dual-credit opportunities, and Advanced Placement (AP) classes, as well as partnerships with local colleges and universities. Additionally, a wide range of extracurricular activities and athletic programs help students develop skills and experiences that prepare them for success after high school.

Recently, Crete-Monee High School was recognized in the U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings for the 2025–2026 school year. CMHS is ranked 143rd in Illinois and 3,921st nationally. Schools are evaluated based on state-required test performance, graduation rates, and college readiness.

US News Best High Schools 2025-2026

Crete-Monee High School
1515 W. Exchange
Crete, IL 60417

Lamont Holifield, Principal
(708) 367-8200  Main Office
(708) 367-8206  Attendance

Recent News

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CMHS Students Invited to Perform as Guest Musicians with the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO)
Posted on 04/06/2026
Crete-Monee High School band students, Rafe Stumbris and Taylor Stua, have been honored with the opportunity to perform as guest musicians at the Ill...
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Chaperones and high school girls dressed in formal attire cutting cakes
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CMHS Hosts Third Annual NJROTC Military Ball
Posted on 03/31/2026
Crete-Monee High School’s NJROTC proudly hosted its third annual Military Ball on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Serbian Social Center in Lansing, I...
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Serenity Lopez with staff and family, receives a big check
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Serenity Lopez Awarded SIU Chancellor Scholarship
Posted on 02/11/2026
On February 6, Crete-Monee High School held its first semester awards ceremony and proudly celebrated student Serenity Lopez, who was surprised with ...
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Podcast Episode #3
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Podcast Episode #3 – Attendance Matters
Posted on 10/22/2025
The third episode of Crete-Monee 201-U Stories of Success, filmed on October 7, highlights the importance of attendance. ...
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Crete-Monee Homecoming 2025
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Crete-Monee Celebrates Homecoming Victory at New Stadium
Posted on 10/07/2025
On October 3, 2025, Crete-Monee marked a historic milestone—hosting its first Homecoming football game at the new stadium—with an exciting win over t...
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Technology Help Desk

If you are having trouble with your district-issued Chromebook device or charger, please contact the CM201U Help Desk at (708) 367-2930.

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CALENDAR

APRIL 

📆 April 6
Non-Attendance Day

📆 April 7
School Resumes

📆 April 14
School Improvement Day - Early Dismissal

📆 April 29
School Improvement Day -Early Dismissal