Glenbrook North High School vs Northbrook Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 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
Northbrook Junior High School
Northbrook · Public middle · Grades 6–8
621 students
| Measure | Glenbrook North High School Northbrook, Illinois | Northbrook Junior High School Northbrook, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #12 of 691 | #27 of 670 |
| National rank | #1551 of 16,910 | #1136 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,111 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 2,111 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 61% |
| city | Northbrook | Northbrook |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northbrook Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 78.2).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 61%).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Northbrook Junior High School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 13.1).
- •Glenbrook North High School is the larger school with 2,111 students compared with 621.
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 Northbrook Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northbrook Junior High School ranks higher (82.3 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 Northbrook Junior High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Northbrook and Northbrook in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbrook North High School: 2,111. Northbrook Junior High School: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbrook North High School and Northbrook Junior High School rank in Illinois?
Glenbrook North High School is 12th of 691 and Northbrook Junior High School is 27th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).