Glenbard West High School vs Plainfield South High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenbard West High School
Glen Ellyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,330 students
Plainfield South High School
Plainfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,323 students
| Measure | Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn, Illinois | Plainfield South High School Plainfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 691 | #226 of 691 |
| National rank | #5526 of 16,910 | #10257 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,330 | 2,323 |
| Enrollment | 2,330 | 2,323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.7% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 35% |
| city | Glen Ellyn | Plainfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenbard West High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 42.8).
- •Glenbard West High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 35%).
- •Glenbard West High School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 33%).
- •Glenbard West High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.7% vs 34.2%).
- •Plainfield South High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.9).
- •Glenbard West High School is the larger school with 2,330 students compared with 2,323.
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 West High School better than Plainfield South High School?
On the Success Index (US), Glenbard West High School ranks higher (61.1 vs 42.8 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 West High School and Plainfield South High School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Glen Ellyn and Plainfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbard West High School: 2,330. Plainfield South High School: 2,323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbard West High School and Plainfield South High School rank in Illinois?
Glenbard West High School is 63rd of 691 and Plainfield South High School is 226th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).