Glenbard North High School vs Normal Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenbard North High School
Carol Stream · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,079 students
Normal Community High School
Normal · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,079 students
| Measure | Glenbard North High School Carol Stream, Illinois | Normal Community High School Normal, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 691 | #86 of 691 |
| National rank | #9583 of 16,910 | #6467 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,079 | 2,079 |
| Enrollment | 2,079 | 2,079 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.4% | 33.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 49% |
| city | Carol Stream | Normal |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Normal Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 45.4).
- •Normal Community High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 38%).
- •Normal Community High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Normal Community High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.4% vs 43.4%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Glenbard North High School better than Normal Community High School?
On the Success Index (US), Normal Community High School ranks higher (57.4 vs 45.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Glenbard North High School and Normal Community High School?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Carol Stream and Normal in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbard North High School: 2,079. Normal Community High School: 2,079. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbard North High School and Normal Community High School rank in Illinois?
Glenbard North High School is 196th of 691 and Normal Community High School is 86th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).