Glenbrook North High School vs Glenbrook South High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenbrook North High School
Northbrook · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,111 students
Glenbrook South High School
Glenview · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,923 students
| Measure | Glenbrook North High School Northbrook, Illinois | Glenbrook South High School Glenview, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #12 of 691 | #19 of 691 |
| National rank | #1551 of 16,910 | #2479 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,111 | 2,923 |
| Enrollment | 2,111 | 2,923 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 68% |
| city | Northbrook | Glenview |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenbrook North High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 73.4).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 68%).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Glenbrook South High School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.1).
- •Glenbrook South High School is the larger school with 2,923 students compared with 2,111.
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 Glenbrook North High School better than Glenbrook South High School?
On the Success Index (US), Glenbrook North High School ranks higher (78.2 vs 73.4 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 Glenbrook North High School and Glenbrook South High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Northbrook and Glenview in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbrook North High School: 2,111. Glenbrook South High School: 2,923. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbrook North High School and Glenbrook South High School rank in Illinois?
Glenbrook North High School is 12th of 691 and Glenbrook South High School is 19th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).