Serving 3,436 students in grades 9-12, Joliet West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joliet West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joliet West High School's student population of 3,436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 178 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Joliet Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
178 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Joliet West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joliet West High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2041 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
47%
28%
Black
21%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joliet West High School's ranking?
Joliet West High School is ranked #2041 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Joliet West High School often compared to?
Joliet West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joliet Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joliet West High School?
The graduation rate of Joliet West High School is 84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joliet West High School?
3,436 students attend Joliet West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joliet West High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joliet West High School?
Joliet West High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joliet West High School offer ?
Joliet West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joliet West High School part of?
Joliet West High School is part of Joliet TWP HSD 204 School District.
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