Glenbard South High School vs Simeon Career Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenbard South High School
Glen Ellyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,090 students
Simeon Career Academy High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,095 students
| Measure | Glenbard South High School Glen Ellyn, Illinois | Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #77 of 691 | #586 of 691 |
| National rank | #6172 of 16,910 | #15933 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,090 | 1,095 |
| Enrollment | 1,090 | 1,095 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.4% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 4% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 3% |
| city | Glen Ellyn | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenbard South High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 16.0).
- •Glenbard South High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 3%).
- •Glenbard South High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 4%).
- •Glenbard South High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 71%).
- •Simeon Career Academy High School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.8).
- •Simeon Career Academy High School is the larger school with 1,095 students compared with 1,090.
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 South High School better than Simeon Career Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), Glenbard South High School ranks higher (58.5 vs 16.0 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 South High School and Simeon Career Academy High School?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Glen Ellyn and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbard South High School: 1,090. Simeon Career Academy High School: 1,095. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbard South High School and Simeon Career Academy High School rank in Illinois?
Glenbard South High School is 77th of 691 and Simeon Career Academy High School is 586th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).