Glenbard East High School, or GBE, is a public four-year high school located in Lombard, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, in the United States. It is part of Glenbard Township High School District 87.
Serving 2,311 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard East High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbard East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Glenbard East High School's student population of 2,311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenbard East High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard East High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1563 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
41%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenbard East High School's ranking?
Glenbard East High School is ranked #1563 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbard East High School often compared to?
Glenbard East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard South High School, Glenbard North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbard East High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbard East High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbard East High School?
2,311 students attend Glenbard East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Glenbard East High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenbard East High School?
Glenbard East High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenbard East High School offer ?
Glenbard East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbard East High School part of?
Glenbard East High School is part of Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District.
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