Normal Community West High School
1,628 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Normal Community West High School, located at 501 N. Parkside Rd in Normal, Illinois, is one of two public high schools serving the McLean County Unit District No. 5. Since its opening in 1995, the school has established a reputation for academic rigor and a comprehensive approach to secondary education. It serves a diverse student body from the growing Normal community, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for both collegiate environments and vocational paths.
Beyond its academic offerings, Normal West is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school maintains a strong commitment to athletics, participating in the Big 12 Conference, and offers an extensive selection of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. The campus is designed to foster a collaborative learning environment, supported by a faculty dedicated to student growth. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes both individual excellence and school spirit, consistently aiming to develop well-rounded students who are equipped for success in a global society.
Beyond its academic offerings, Normal West is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school maintains a strong commitment to athletics, participating in the Big 12 Conference, and offers an extensive selection of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. The campus is designed to foster a collaborative learning environment, supported by a faculty dedicated to student growth. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes both individual excellence and school spirit, consistently aiming to develop well-rounded students who are equipped for success in a global society.
1,628
Total Students
103.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,111 |
| Hispanic | 152 |
| Black | 244 |
| Asian | 30 |
| Two or More | 89 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White1,111 (68.2 %)
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Black244 (15.0 %)
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Hispanic152 (9.3 %)
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Two or More89 (5.5 %)
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Asian30 (1.8 %)
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American Indian2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | McLean County USD 5 |
| Phone: | (309)557-4402 |
| Website: | http://www.unit5.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,628 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 103.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
421
Grade 10
418
Grade 11
378
Grade 12
411
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 421 |
| Grade 10 | 418 |
| Grade 11 | 378 |
| Grade 12 | 411 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 823 | 50.6% |
| Male | 805 | 49.4% |
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