Serving 946 students in grades 6-8, Glenn Westlake Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenn Westlake Middle School's student population of 946 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn Westlake Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn Westlake Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#861 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Westlake Middle School's ranking?
Glenn Westlake Middle School is ranked #861 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenn Westlake Middle School often compared to?
Glenn Westlake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenn Westlake Middle School?
946 students attend Glenn Westlake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Glenn Westlake Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenn Westlake Middle School?
Glenn Westlake Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn Westlake Middle School offer ?
Glenn Westlake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glenn Westlake Middle School part of?
Glenn Westlake Middle School is part of Lombard SD 44 School District.
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