Serving 1,768 students in grades 9-12, West Leyden 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Leyden High School's student population of 1,768 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Leyden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Leyden High School is 0.27, 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
#2831 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
85%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
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 West Leyden High School's ranking?
West Leyden High School is ranked #2831 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Leyden High School often compared to?
West Leyden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dd Eisenhower High Sch (Campus), Wheeling High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Leyden High School?
The graduation rate of West Leyden High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Leyden High School?
1,768 students attend West Leyden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Leyden High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Leyden High School?
West Leyden High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Leyden High School offer ?
West Leyden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Leyden High School part of?
West Leyden High School is part of Leyden CHSD 212 School District.
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