Serving 3,080 students in grades 9-12, Glenbrook South High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,080 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbrook South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glenbrook South High School's student population of 3,080 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 224 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,080 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
224 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenbrook South 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 Glenbrook South High School is 0.58, 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
#92 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
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 Glenbrook South High School's ranking?
Glenbrook South High School is ranked #92 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbrook South High School often compared to?
Glenbrook South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbrook North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbrook South High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbrook South High School is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbrook South High School?
3,080 students attend Glenbrook South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Glenbrook South High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenbrook South High School?
Glenbrook South High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenbrook South High School offer ?
Glenbrook South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbrook South High School part of?
Glenbrook South High School is part of Northfield TWP HSD 225 School District.
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