PROVISO WEST HIGH SCHOOL

Proviso West High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Proviso Twp HSD 209 school district, located in Hillside, IL with about 1,797 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 106 teachers, Proviso West High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Proviso West High School, located in Hillside, Illinois, is a major secondary educational institution serving the students of the Proviso Township High Schools District 209. As one of the district's primary high schools, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to providing a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs that foster school spirit and community engagement.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Proviso West places a strong emphasis on student development and support services to address the unique needs of its population. The school frequently engages in initiatives aimed at improving student achievement and enhancing the overall learning environment through modern facilities and technology integration. Serving the Hillside community and surrounding areas, Proviso West remains a focal point for local education, striving to empower its students to become productive, responsible citizens after graduation.

For more information, contact Proviso West High School at (708) 449-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4701 Harrison St
Hillside, IL 60162-1616
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PROVISO WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hillside, IL with about 1,797 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,797
Teachers:
106.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,797 students

Hispanic/Latino
47.8%
Black or African American
47.2%
White
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Asian
0.2%
Two or more races
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.