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Westville High School

High School · Westville CUSD 2

918 N State St, Westville, IL 61883

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,136 of 3,813

In Westville

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Westville CUSD 2

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Westville High School

4.7/10

High School in Westville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westville High School

Westville High School is a public high school in Westville, IL, part of Westville CUSD 2. Westville High School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,136 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westville High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Westville High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

34% of students at Westville 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness3.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation11.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,816
Chronic Absenteeism34.2%

Westville High School — Students at Westville High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.2% (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
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Westville High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in IL
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
11.3% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

918 N State St, Westville, IL 61883

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westville High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE BOYS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School (rated 7.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Salt Fork High School (rated 6.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Catlin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westville, see our Westville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Westville Jr High School Westville 0.4 mi 3.1
Judith Giacoma Elem School Westville 0.8 mi 2.9
Southwest Elem School Danville 3.3 mi 7.8
South View Upper Elem School Danville 3.9 mi 5.7
Salt Fork North Elementary School Catlin 3.7 mi 7.9
Salt Fork High School Catlin 3.8 mi 6.7
Mary Miller Junior High School Georgetown 5.3 mi 6.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danville 5.2 mi 7.7
Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School Georgetown 5.5 mi 7.0
Pine Crest Elementary School Georgetown 5.7 mi 4.7
Danville High School Danville 6.0 mi 5.1
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danville 6.4 mi 5.7
SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville 6.5 mi 5.7
Mark Denman Elementary School Danville 6.4 mi 5.5
Meade Park Elem School Danville 6.2 mi 4.2
Northeast Elem Magnet School Danville 6.5 mi 5.1
North Ridge Middle School Danville 7.2 mi 4.9
SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville 7.5 mi 5.8
Edison Elem School Danville 7.5 mi 3.6
NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE BOYS ACADEMY Georgetown 7.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61883 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,676

Median Home Value

$97,000

Median Rent

$765/mo

Population

4,424

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westville High School

What grades does Westville High School serve?

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

How many students attend Westville High School?

Westville High School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westville High School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westville High School rank in IL?

Westville High School ranks #3,136 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westville High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Westville High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westville High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westville High School a charter school?

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

Is Westville High School a Title I school?

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

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

47.2% of students at Westville 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Vermilion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

District

Westville CUSD 2
District Enrollment
1,167
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,816
District Rank
#1 of 3

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