Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, West Chicago Comm High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 80% 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: 2,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Community High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of West Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 32.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chicago Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Chicago Comm High School's student population of 2,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Average Class Size
26 students
School Rankings
West Chicago Comm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Chicago Comm High School is 0.44, 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
#2140 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
West Chicago High School Wild Cat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Chicago Comm High School's ranking?
West Chicago Comm High School is ranked #2140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chicago Comm High School?
The graduation rate of West Chicago Comm High School is 86%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend West Chicago Comm High School?
2,040 students attend West Chicago Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Chicago Comm High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Chicago Comm High School?
West Chicago Comm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chicago Comm High School offer ?
West Chicago Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Chicago Comm High School part of?
West Chicago Comm High School is part of CHSD 94 School District.
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