Glenbard North High School, or GBN, and locally referred to as "Glenbard" or "North", is a public closed campus four-year high school located at the corner of Kuhn Road and Lies Road in Carol Stream, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States.
Serving 2,079 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard North High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,079 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenbard North High School serves the northwest part of Carol Stream, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 13 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary reaching 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbard North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glenbard North High School's student population of 2,079 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,079 students
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Glenbard North High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard North High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1386 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
33%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black & Old Gold
School Mascot
Victor E. Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenbard North High School's ranking?
Glenbard North High School is ranked #1386 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbard North High School often compared to?
Glenbard North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard East High School, Glenbard West High School, Glenbard South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbard North High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbard North High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Glenbard North High School?
2,079 students attend Glenbard North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Glenbard North High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% 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 Glenbard North High School?
Glenbard North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenbard North High School offer ?
Glenbard North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbard North High School part of?
Glenbard North High School is part of Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students (Pending Emergency Days)
May 24, 2027 (Monday)
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