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Glenbrook High Schools District 225

Glenbrook South High School

#8 in Best Public High Schools in Illinois
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Glenview, IL
  • 460 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      A+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A+
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    Glenbrook South High School is a top rated, public school located in Glenview, IL. It has 2,972 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 63% of students are at least proficient in math and 67% in reading.
    About Glenbrook South High School...
    School District
    Glenbrook High Schools District 225
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    Address
    4000 W Lake Ave
    Glenview, IL 60026
    Telephone
    (847) 486-4559
    Website
    glenbrook225.org/gbs/home
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    Glenbrook South High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    67%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    63%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1300
    212 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    666 responses
    AP Enrollment
    27%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $103,773
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,732
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $488,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    94%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.47 responses
    Poll
    91%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.47 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 152 responses
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    • V show
      23%
    • Homecoming week (the pep rally and spirit days)
      22%
    • Homecoming game
      16%
    • Pep Rally
      11%
    • Musical
      9%
    • Holidays
      6%
    • Prom
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,972
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    20%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.52 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.52 responses
    98%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.52 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $100,750
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    20.9%
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.70 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.70 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.70 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $29,443/ year
    National
    $12,239
    92%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.72 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.72 responses
    94%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.72 responses
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    Glenbrook South High School Reviews

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    Great learning oppurunities and staff! Most teachers are genuinely passionate about what they're teaching and care a ton about their students. The social workers have also been good in my experiences. There's lots of activities so you're almost destined to find one that fits your forte. With positives though, there are negatives. The administration itself has made a lot of confusing and, for lack of a better word, sketchy decisions. Nothing that completely derails your learning experience, but you can't help but be incredibly frustrated by it. Of course administrations are always subject to change, but I am far from a fan of the current administration. School culture and spirit has completely died over the course of my attendance. As a graduate I really do hope that the administration gets their crap together and really make the school more of a community rather then just a place of education.
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    I really enjoyed my experience at Glenbrook South High School. I had a lot of teachers who were very supportive. If I needed help with anything, they were always willing to help me and provide resources if they didn't know the answers themselves. There were so many different types of activities that you could join and if there isn't something that you see, you can create it yourself! During my Senior year, I did a Senior Project which helped me start to figure out what career path I would like to pursue. It was a very nice way to get hands on experience to see what it is really like. Everyone there is so supportive. I felt safe for the most part at school. They are working on how to make everyone feel safe and welcomed. One way they are doing that is implementing gender neutral bathrooms which I think is a great step. I had such an amazing experience at Glenbrook South and the community and people make it so great.
    There is no doubt in my mind that Glenbrook South is an amazing school. From the first day as a freshman to my last day as a senior, I knew instantly I was in great hands. Nearly all of the teachers are very dedicated to ensuring their students are learning and help them along the way if they do struggle. I am so grateful to have studied at a high school to this standard because I am very confident that I have received an outstanding education and I could not picture myself anywhere else!