Serving 2,313 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard West High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbard West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Glenbard West High School's student population of 2,313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenbard West High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard West High School is 0.64, 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
#250 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 Glenbard West High School's ranking?
Glenbard West High School is ranked #250 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbard West High School often compared to?
Glenbard West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbard West High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbard West High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbard West High School?
2,313 students attend Glenbard West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Glenbard West High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenbard West High School?
Glenbard West High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenbard West High School offer ?
Glenbard West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbard West High School part of?
Glenbard West High School is part of Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District.
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