Serving 2,321 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard West High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbard West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glenbard West High School's student population of 2,321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenbard West High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard West High School is 0.63, 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
#175 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Glenbard West High School's ranking?
Glenbard West High School is ranked #175 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbard West High School often compared to?
Glenbard West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbard West High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbard West High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbard West High School?
2,321 students attend Glenbard West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glenbard West High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenbard West High School?
Glenbard West High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenbard West High School offer ?
Glenbard West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbard West High School part of?
Glenbard West High School is part of Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District.
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