Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Glenn Westlake Middle 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenn Westlake Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Lombard, IL, covering approximately 8.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn Westlake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenn Westlake Middle School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
935 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Opportunity, Growth, Success
School Rankings
Glenn Westlake Middle 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 Glenn Westlake Middle School is 0.61, which is less 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
#1346 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Westlake Middle School's ranking?
Glenn Westlake Middle School is ranked #1346 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenn Westlake Middle School often compared to?
Glenn Westlake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenn Westlake Middle School?
935 students attend Glenn Westlake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Glenn Westlake Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn Westlake Middle School?
Glenn Westlake Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenn Westlake Middle School offer ?
Glenn Westlake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glenn Westlake Middle School part of?
Glenn Westlake Middle School is part of Lombard SD 44 School District.
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