At a glance
Reported students
2,079
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
137.87
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois high enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 965 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
2,195
Glenbard North High School: 2,079 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 12.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,154
- Teachers (FTE)
- 151
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.3:1
What the reported data says about Glenbard North High School
Glenbard North High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Carol Stream. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Glenbard Twp HSD 87. NCES reports 2,079 students for 2024–25.
Among 965 high schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 254 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, above the Illinois median of 12.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (37.7%) and White (32.7%). English learners represent 11.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 25 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Glenbard North High School
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 137.87 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 8.4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 43.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8.4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.8
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.4
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White32.7%
- Hispanic37.7%
- Black6.3%
- Asian20.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
25 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Glenbard Twp HSD 87
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Glenbard East High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,311 reported students
Glenbard West High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,330 reported students
Glenbard South High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,090 reported students
Public schools near Glenbard North High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett High School High · SD U-46 | 09–12 | 2,037 | 3 mi |
| Wheaton North High School High · CUSD 200 | 09–12 | 1,863 | 3.4 mi |
| West Chicago Community High School High · CHSD 94 | 09–12 | 2,040 | 4.8 mi |
| Technology Center of DuPage High · DuPage ROE | 11–12 | 0 | 5.2 mi |
| Glenbard West High School High · Glenbard Twp HSD 87 | 09–12 | 2,330 | 5.4 mi |
| Lake Park High School High · Lake Park CHSD 108 | 09–12 | 2,522 | 5.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Glenbard North High School
What grades does Glenbard North High School serve?
Glenbard North High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Glenbard Twp HSD 87.
How many students attend Glenbard North High School?
Glenbard North High School reported 2,079 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 965 Illinois high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,154 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Glenbard North High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 2,079 students and 137.87 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Glenbard North High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Glenbard North High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Glenbard Twp HSD 87 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Glenbard North High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
43.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Glenbard North High School in?
Glenbard North High School is part of Glenbard Twp HSD 87, based in Glen Ellyn, IL, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Glenbard North High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Bartlett High School (3 mi), Wheaton North High School (3.4 mi), West Chicago Community High School (4.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.