Serving 2,646 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Niles West High School serves the southwest part of Skokie, IL, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.7 miles away.
- 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:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Niles West High School's student population of 2,646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 197 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,646 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
197 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Niles West High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles West High School is 0.72, 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
#953 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
33%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niles West High School's ranking?
Niles West High School is ranked #953 out of 3,542 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niles West High School?
The graduation rate of Niles West High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Niles West High School?
2,646 students attend Niles West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Niles West High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% 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 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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