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#1463 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 38% in state
Joliet West High School
High School · Joliet Twp HSD 204
401 N Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
Enrollment
3,436
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,436
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,463 of 3,813
In Joliet
#7 of 31
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Joliet Twp HSD 204
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Joliet West High School
Joliet West High School is a public high school in Joliet, IL, part of Joliet Twp HSD 204. Joliet West High School serves approximately 3,436 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joliet West High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,463 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Joliet West High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Joliet West High School is a large school: 3,436 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.
46% of students at Joliet West High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joliet West High School — Students at Joliet West High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How Joliet West High School Compares
See how Joliet West High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
401 N Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joliet West High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Marycrest Early Childhood Center (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Crest Hill), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Joliet | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 0.6 mi | — |
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Rockdale Elem School Rockdale | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill | 1.5 mi | — |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Farragut Elem School Joliet | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Crest Hill | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,967
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
48,521
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove, IL | 6.7 |
| McHenry Community High School Mchenry, IL | 6.7 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero, IL | 6.6 |
| Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion, IL | 6.6 |
| Guilford High School Rockford, IL | 6.5 |
| Moline Sr High School Moline, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joliet West High School
What grades does Joliet West High School serve?
Joliet West High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Joliet West High School?
Joliet West High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joliet West High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joliet West High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joliet West High School rank in IL?
Joliet West High School ranks #1,463 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Joliet West High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joliet West High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Joliet West High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joliet West High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Joliet West High School a charter school?
No, Joliet West High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joliet West High School a Title I school?
No, Joliet West High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joliet West High School?
58.8% of students at Joliet West High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 177
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (815) 727-6940
Resources & Links
District
Joliet Twp HSD 204- District Enrollment
- 6,819
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,282
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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