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#21 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 1% in state

Westmont High School

High School · CUSD 201

909 Oakwood Dr, Westmont, IL 60559

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

9.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#21 of 3,813

In Westmont

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

CUSD 201

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Westmont High School

Westmont High School is a public high school in Westmont, IL, part of CUSD 201. Westmont High School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westmont High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Westmont High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Westmont High School (WHS) is a public four-year high school located in Westmont, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois 1 . It operates as part of Westmont Community Unit School District 201 1 . The school's student population was recorded at 393 during the 2018–2019 academic year 1 . Both the student population and building size are noted to be significantly smaller than those of adjacent public high schools, specifically Downers Grove North and Hinsdale Central 1 .
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How it compares3.1 pts above IL schools
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation46.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,480
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Westmont High School — Students at Westmont High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Westmont High School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in IL
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
46.6% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·18 teams (incl. JV)·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

909 Oakwood Dr, Westmont, IL 60559

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westmont High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Prospect Elem School (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brook Forest Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Brook), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walker School (rated 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westmont, see our Westmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CREME DE LA CREME - WESTMONT Westmont 0.1 mi
Westmont Jr High School Westmont 0.2 mi 8.3
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills 1.1 mi 9.3
Oak Brook Park District Oak Brook 1.2 mi
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 9.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 6.1
C E Miller Elem School Westmont 1.3 mi 8.0
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 1.4 mi 7.6
Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook 1.5 mi 9.7
Walker School Clarendon Hills 1.8 mi 9.7
Monroe Elem School Hinsdale 1.5 mi 9.5
South School Westmont 2.0 mi 7.0
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace 2.3 mi
Lester Elem School Downers Grove 1.9 mi 7.7
Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace 2.4 mi 7.9
Madison Elem School Hinsdale 2.1 mi 9.6
SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 2.5 mi 7.4
FUSION ACADEMY OB: CHICAGO- OAK BROOK Oak Brook 2.2 mi
Holmes Elem School Clarendon Hills 2.6 mi 7.6
Maercker Elem School Westmont 2.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,474

Median Home Value

$356,400

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

24,404

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

59.2%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest, IL 9.1
Lisle High School Lisle, IL 9.0
Tri-Valley High School Downs, IL 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westmont High School

What grades does Westmont High School serve?

Westmont High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Westmont High School?

Westmont High School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmont High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westmont High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westmont High School rank in IL?

Westmont High School ranks #21 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westmont High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Westmont High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmont High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westmont High School a charter school?

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

Is Westmont High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westmont High School?

41.1% of students at Westmont 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

CUSD 201
District Enrollment
1,333
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,480
District Rank
#1 of 5

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