Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Westmont High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Westmont High School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmont High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont High School is 0.65, 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
#230 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Westmont High School's ranking?
Westmont High School is ranked #230 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmont High School?
The graduation rate of Westmont High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westmont High School?
400 students attend Westmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Westmont High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmont High School?
Westmont High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westmont High School offer ?
Westmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmont High School part of?
Westmont High School is part of CUSD 201 School District.
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