Glenbrook North High School vs Willowbrook Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 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
Willowbrook Elem School
Glenview · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
330 students
| Measure | Glenbrook North High School Northbrook, Illinois | Willowbrook Elem School Glenview, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #12 of 691 | #50 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #1551 of 16,910 | #2645 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,111 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 2,111 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 72% |
| city | Northbrook | Glenview |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willowbrook Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 78.2).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •Glenbrook North High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Willowbrook Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.1).
- •Glenbrook North High School is the larger school with 2,111 students compared with 330.
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 Willowbrook Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Willowbrook Elem School ranks higher (84.6 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 Willowbrook Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Northbrook and Glenview in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenbrook North High School: 2,111. Willowbrook Elem School: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenbrook North High School and Willowbrook Elem School rank in Illinois?
Glenbrook North High School is 12th of 691 and Willowbrook Elem School is 50th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).