Joliet West High School

401 N Larkin Ave
Joliet, IL 60435
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 3,550 students in grades 9-12, Joliet West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,550 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : 81% (Btm 50% in IL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joliet West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Joliet West High School's student population of 3,550 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,550 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
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School Rankings

Joliet West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joliet West High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (IL)
#1900 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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19%
28%
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25%
32%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Joliet West High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
42%
27%
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Black
23%
17%
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White
31%
47%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.68
This chart display the diversity score of Joliet West High School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(17-18)
81%
87%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Joliet West High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Illinois by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joliet West High School's ranking?
Joliet West High School is ranked #1900 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Joliet West High School often compared to?
Joliet West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joliet Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joliet West High School?
The graduation rate of Joliet West High School is 81%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joliet West High School?
3,550 students attend Joliet West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Joliet West High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joliet West High School?
Joliet West High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joliet West High School offer ?
Joliet West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joliet West High School part of?
Joliet West High School is part of Joliet TWP HSD 204 School District.

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Last Day of School for 2nd Semester
May 24, 2024 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,550 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : 81% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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