Serving 3,818 students in grades 9-12, West Aurora 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Aurora High School's student population of 3,818 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 246 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
246 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Aurora High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Aurora High School is 0.55, 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
#2086 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
63%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Aurora High School's ranking?
West Aurora High School is ranked #2086 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Aurora High School often compared to?
West Aurora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, Batavia Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 Aurora High School?
The graduation rate of West Aurora High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Aurora High School?
3,818 students attend West Aurora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Aurora High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Aurora High School?
West Aurora High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Aurora High School offer ?
West Aurora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Aurora High School part of?
West Aurora High School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
yes, because this school brought attetion to me. Made me successful in life. showed me to the right path of life
i love west aurora,will always be proud if being asked what high school did you graduate form ? ill say WEST AURORA HIGH SCHOOL :)
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