Glenwood High School is a public high school in Chatham, Illinois, United States. It is the only high school in the Ball Chatham Community Unit School District 5, which is in Southern Sangamon County, and includes Chatham, Glenarm, and the Southern portion of Springfield, Illinois.
Serving 1,484 students in grades 9-12, Glenwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glenwood High School's student population of 1,484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Glenwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood High School is 0.43, 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
#831 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood High School's ranking?
Glenwood High School is ranked #831 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenwood High School often compared to?
Glenwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Glenwood High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenwood High School?
1,484 students attend Glenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Glenwood High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood High School?
Glenwood High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenwood High School offer ?
Glenwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenwood High School part of?
Glenwood High School is part of Ball Chatham CUSD 5 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Glenwood Highschool is one of the best schools in illinois. It has everything you could want. Excellent learning, exploritive club, State chamionsips and people fit in so easily with the people. everyone is nice and encouraging teachers and i recommened going to Chatham district schools to anyone interested.
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