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#99 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 3% in state

Westmont High School

High School · CUSD 201

909 Oakwood Dr, Westmont, IL 60559

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Westmont

#2 of 6

public schools

Illinois high schools

#9 of 703

In district

#2 of 5

CUSD 201

School environment

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Westmont High School

Westmont High School serves grades 9 through 12 in Westmont, Illinois, with 397 students enrolled in a regular public school program. Its composite score of 9.0 out of 10 earns an "Exceptional" label — one of the strongest ratings in Illinois. Academic achievement drives that result: the school's academic subscore of 9.4 reflects consistently high performance across the student body, while a growth score of 7.2 rounds out the profile.

At 11.3 students per teacher, class sizes stay compact for a public school. That ratio, combined with strong academic outcomes, translates directly into the rankings: Westmont High sits 9th out of 703 public high schools in Illinois. For a school with fewer than 400 students, that finish puts it in the same tier as the state's most academically rigorous public high schools.

Broadening the comparison to all 3,813 public schools in Illinois, Westmont High finishes 99th — outperforming 97% of the state. Families weighing public high school options will find the data consistent across every lens. Whether measured against just high schools or the full K–12 pool, Westmont High places near the top.

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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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected+16.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness9.7Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation46.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,265

Westmont High School — Students at Westmont High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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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 49.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
52%
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: 7.2/10.

How Westmont High School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in IL
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

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. Brook Forest Elem School (rated 9.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Brook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Madison Elem School (rated 9.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Prospect Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), which scores slightly higher. 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 7.3
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills 1.1 mi 8.3
Oak Brook Park District Oak Brook 1.2 mi
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 9.5
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 6.1
C E Miller Elem School Westmont 1.3 mi 9.5
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 1.4 mi 4.7
Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook 1.5 mi 9.9
Walker School Clarendon Hills 1.8 mi 9.4
Monroe Elem School Hinsdale 1.5 mi 8.2
South School Westmont 2.0 mi 6.4
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace 2.3 mi
Lester Elem School Downers Grove 1.9 mi 7.1
Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace 2.4 mi 6.8
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 7.4
Maercker Elem School Westmont 2.7 mi 6.4

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Westmont High School has a median household income of $87,474. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $356,400, with a median rent of $1,491/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest, IL 9.1
IC CATHOLIC PREP Elmhurst, IL 8.0
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton, IL 7.9
ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL Aurora, IL 7.9
Indian Creek High School Shabbona, IL 7.8
World Language High School Chicago, IL 7.8

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 is ranked #99 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westmont High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmont High School has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westmont High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westmont High School has 49.5% math proficiency and 53.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,106/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Westmont). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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