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#66 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

Glenbrook South High School

High School · Glenbrook HSD 225

4000 W Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60026

Enrollment

3,015

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

9.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#66 of 3,813

In Glenview

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Glenbrook HSD 225

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Glenbrook South High School

Glenbrook South High School is a public high school in Glenview, IL, part of Glenbrook HSD 225. Glenbrook South High School serves approximately 3,015 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenbrook South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Glenbrook South High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Glenbrook South High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Glenbrook South High School, also known as GBS, is a public four-year high school located in Glenview, Illinois 1 . The school is situated in a north suburb of Chicago 1 . It operates as part of the Northfield Township High School District 1 . This district also includes Glenbrook North High School 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.4
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Glenbrook South High School is a large school: 3,015 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,130
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Glenbrook South High School — Students at Glenbrook South High School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2022
ELA
59%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Glenbrook South High School Compares

See how Glenbrook South High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
30
14 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
228 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
14 boys'·16 girls'·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4000 W Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenbrook South High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maple School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wescott Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Glenbrook North High School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenview, see our Glenview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview 0.5 mi 8.4
ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Glenview 0.6 mi 7.3
Willowbrook Elem School Glenview 0.9 mi 9.4
Westbrook Elementary School Glenview 0.9 mi 9.2
Glen Grove Elem School Glenview 1.1 mi 8.5
Apollo Elem School Des Plaines 1.8 mi 5.7
Henking Elem School Glenview 1.7 mi 9.1
Field School Northbrook 1.9 mi 9.3
Early Learning Center Des Plaines 1.9 mi 7.1
Maple School Northbrook 1.7 mi 9.6
Glenbrook North High School Northbrook 1.8 mi 9.5
Attea Middle School Glenview 1.6 mi 8.2
GLENVIEW NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Glenview 1.7 mi
GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 1.8 mi
Wescott Elementary School Northbrook 2.2 mi 9.6
KIDDIE GARDEN Niles 2.3 mi
Springman Middle School Glenview 2.2 mi 8.0
Mark Twain Elem School Niles 2.6 mi 6.9
Washington Elem School Glenview 2.6 mi 7.4
CHILDRENS LEARNING WORLD Niles 2.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,712

Median Home Value

$663,100

Median Rent

$1,983/mo

Population

14,499

College Educated

68.2%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

45.8

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Evanston Twp High School Evanston, IL 9.4
Naperville North High School Naperville, IL 9.4
Glenbrook North High School Northbrook, IL 9.5
John Hersey High School Arlington Heights, IL 9.3
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Oak Park, IL 9.5
Wm Fremd High School Palatine, IL 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenbrook South High School

What grades does Glenbrook South High School serve?

Glenbrook South High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Glenbrook South High School?

Glenbrook South High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,015 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenbrook South High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glenbrook South High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glenbrook South High School rank in IL?

Glenbrook South High School ranks #66 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Glenbrook South High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glenbrook South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Glenbrook South High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenbrook South High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glenbrook South High School a charter school?

No, Glenbrook South High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glenbrook South High School a Title I school?

No, Glenbrook South High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,015
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
228
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

Glenbrook HSD 225
District Enrollment
5,092
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,130
District Rank
#2 of 2

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