Community High School, also known as West Chicago Community High School, WCCHS, or simply WE-GO, is a public four-year high school located in West Chicago, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is the sole school in the Community High School District 94.
Serving 2,074 students in grades 9-12, West Chicago Comm High School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Chicago Comm High School's student population of 2,074 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
West Chicago Comm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Chicago Comm High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2023 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
71%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: West Chicago High School Wild Cat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Chicago Comm High School's ranking?
West Chicago Comm High School is ranked #2023 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Chicago Comm High School often compared to?
West Chicago Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chicago Comm High School?
The graduation rate of West Chicago Comm High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Chicago Comm High School?
2,074 students attend West Chicago Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Chicago Comm High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Chicago Comm High School?
West Chicago Comm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chicago Comm High School offer ?
West Chicago Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Chicago Comm High School part of?
West Chicago Comm High School is part of CHSD 94 School District.
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