Normal Community West High School

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.
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

Student Demographics for Normal Community West High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,111
Hispanic152
Black244
Asian30
Two or More89
American Indian2
  • White
    1,111 (68.2 %)
  • Black
    244 (15.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    152 (9.3 %)
  • Two or More
    89 (5.5 %)
  • Asian
    30 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Normal Community West High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9421
Grade 10418
Grade 11378
Grade 12411
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Normal Community West High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female82350.6%
Male80549.4%