Glenbrook North High School vs Meadowbrook Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.1 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
Meadowbrook Elem School
Northbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
| Measure | Glenbrook North High School Northbrook, Illinois | Meadowbrook Elem School Northbrook, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #12 of 691 | #51 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #1551 of 16,910 | #2722 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,111 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 2,111 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 76% |
| city | Northbrook | Northbrook |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadowbrook Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.4 vs 78.2).
- •Meadowbrook Elem School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 74%).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •Meadowbrook Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.1).
- •Glenbrook North High School is the larger school with 2,111 students compared with 497.
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 Meadowbrook Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Meadowbrook Elem School ranks higher (84.4 vs 78.2 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 Meadowbrook Elem School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Northbrook and Northbrook in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbrook North High School: 2,111. Meadowbrook Elem School: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbrook North High School and Meadowbrook Elem School rank in Illinois?
Glenbrook North High School is 12th of 691 and Meadowbrook Elem School is 51st of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).