Serving 2,557 students in grades 9-12, Niles West High 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Niles West High School's student population of 2,557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niles West High 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 Niles West High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#819 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
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 Niles West High School's ranking?
Niles West High School is ranked #819 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Niles West High School often compared to?
Niles West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niles North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niles West High School?
The graduation rate of Niles West High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niles West High School?
2,557 students attend Niles West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Niles West High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niles West High School?
Niles West High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Niles West High School offer ?
Niles West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Niles West High School part of?
Niles West High School is part of Niles TWP HSD 219 School District.
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