Joliet West High School

www.jths.org

3,541 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Joliet West High School, located at 401 N. Larkin Ave in Joliet, Illinois, is a prominent secondary institution serving a diverse student body as part of Joliet Township High School District 204. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the campus offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and robust career and technical education programs. The school is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether they are pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military.

Beyond academics, Joliet West boasts a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive IHSA athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and numerous student-led clubs. The school’s athletic teams, known as the "Tigers," are a significant source of local pride, frequently competing at high levels in regional and state events. With a focus on fostering both character and intellectual growth, Joliet West strives to maintain an inclusive environment that supports the holistic development of its students while keeping them connected to the broader Joliet community.

3,541

Total Students

168.8

Full-Time Teachers

21.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Joliet West High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,011
Hispanic	1,609
Black	737
Asian	49
Two or More	133
American Indian	1

Hispanic
1,609 (45.5 %)
White
1,011 (28.6 %)
Black
737 (20.8 %)
Two or More
133 (3.8 %)
Asian
49 (1.4 %)
American Indian
1 (0.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Joliet Twp HSD 204
Phone:	(815)727-6940
Website:	http://www.jths.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	3,541
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	168.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 863

Grade 10 925

Grade 11 836

Grade 12 917