Normal Community West High School

Normal Community West High School serves 1,659 students in grades 9-12 in Normal, Illinois, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7 to 1 and 106 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks in the 55th percentile statewide, placing #1,714 out of 3,819 Illinois high schools, with room for academic growth as evidenced by 32% of students scoring proficient or above in ELA/Reading assessments. Located at 501 N Parkside Road, Normal Community West serves a diverse community where 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting strong educational values in the area.

The school draws from neighborhoods with a median household income of $64,335 and median home values around $195,300, though the community also includes families from various economic backgrounds, with a 23.2% poverty rate highlighting the school's commitment to serving students from different circumstances. The substantial enrollment of over 1,600 students creates opportunities for diverse programming and activities typical of larger high schools, while the manageable class sizes support personalized attention. Normal Community West High School operates in McLean County's mid-size suburban setting, providing students with both small-town community feel and access to broader educational and cultural opportunities in the Normal-Bloomington area.