Glenbard West High School is a public four-year high school located at the corner of Ellyn Avenue and Crescent Boulevard in Glen Ellyn, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Glenbard Township High School District 87.
Serving 2,330 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard West High School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Glenbard West High School's student population of 2,330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
School Rankings
Glenbard West High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard West High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
54%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenbard West High School's ranking?
Glenbard West High School is ranked #392 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbard West High School?
2,330 students attend Glenbard West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Glenbard West High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% 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.
School Calendar
View the Glenbard West High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Back to School Open House
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Fall Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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