Niles West High School

Niles West High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

5701 Oakton St, Skokie, IL

Southwest Skokie Neighborhood

Niles Township Community High School District No. 219

4.0

3.2

2,557 Students

A+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Kaine Osburn

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Average SAT Score
1230

Average ACT Score
29

Math Proficiency
38%

Reading Proficiency
38%

Average GPA
3.46

Graduation Rate
92%

Academics

A+

Teachers

College Prep

B+

Administration

Resources/Facilities

A+

Clubs and Activities

A-

Sports

Food

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA 3.46	Reading Proficiency 38%
Math Proficiency 38%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 14:1 Teachers 193	Full Time Teachers 193
Teachers in First or Second Year 9.6%

College Prep

Average SAT 1230 Math 620 Verbal 610	Average ACT 29 Math 28 English 29 Reading 29 Science 28
Number of AP Courses 28	AP Pass Rate 84.8%
AP Math Enrollment Very High	AP Science Enrollment Very High
Other AP Enrollment Very High

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Average

Boys Athletic Participation

Average

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

225:1

Student Diversity

Male 54.4%	Female 47.5%
White 35.9%	Asian 33.3%
Hispanic 17.5%	Black 7%
Two or more races 5.4%	Middle Eastern or North African <1%

School Rankings

#25 Most Diverse Public HS in Illinois

#30 Best Public HS Teachers in Illinois

#34 Best College Prep Public HS in Illinois

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Illinois Chicago 751 Students

Loyola University Chicago 680 Students

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 625 Students

DePaul University 612 Students

Northwestern University 456 Students

Oakton College 262 Students

University of Chicago 259 Students

Michigan State University 256 Students

University of Wisconsin-Madison 236 Students

Illinois State University 236 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Biology 216 Students

Business 211 Students

Psychology 198 Students

Computer Science 173 Students

Nursing 170 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 134 Students

Accounting 115 Students

Marketing 90 Students

Finance 88 Students

Chemistry 73 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Alum

6/8/2025

It is a safe area with a lot of opportunties however at times administration tends to be disorganized and not looking out for the best interests of others.

5.0 Alum

4/16/2025

Niles west was a very diverse school with many clubs, activities, and sports to join and many resources to help students. The teachers really care for their students and the deans are always making sure students are on track. It's a great environment for any student to thrive in. I was an athlete at Nile's west and the trainers are amazing people that put their passion into building stronger athletes in athletics and in academics.

4.0 Alum

7/30/2024

The school is very diverse, and offers many cultural opportunities. The cafeteria food has definitely improved over the years. Administration has become more strict and takes some things too seriously making school days not as enjoyable.

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1.0 parent

2/21/2025

My kid just started niles west this year..there are a lot of hallway fights all the time..boys hitting each other really really brutally. Security doesn't do anything, the kids just get suspended and yes that's all. There were times when teaching was a reputable profession not anymore, nowadays teac...

1.0 parent

2/21/2024

Aaliyah Guerrier1 review7 years agoBeing a student here all four years literally was probably the worst experience I have ever had this school honestly only cares if you are bringing something good to their name. A lot of teachers here do not teach they don't care if you pass or fail because they're...

3.0 student

9/25/2023

This school is alright, but Freshman Year is HE-double-hockey-sticks, so watch out 8th graders. luckily, 10th grade is epic.also Boys love to smoke in the boys bathrooms and they are usually dirty. same with it's sibling school Niles North.

1.0 parent

8/10/2022

I would most certainly not recommend this school. The principal is not present, does not respond to emails and lacks genuine compassion and concern for her students. Antwan Babakhani is equally unresponsive and when he is responsive, not very helpful. There is ZERO support for the social and emotion...

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List Price Range

$164K - $1.3M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$453,333

Median Lot Size

5,009 Sq Ft

% Renters

42%

Average Household Income

$90,010

% of College Grads

44.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,133 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

66.7%

Homes for Sale

$549,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,372 Sq Ft

3814 W Sherwin Ave

Lovely brick split-level in a quiet Lincolnwood neighborhood, featuring three bedrooms, two baths, and a vaulted ceiling in the family room that creates a bright, open living space that opens to a deck and grassy backyard perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors on the main level and the bedroom le...

Cecille Plurad

Coldwell Banker Realty

(224) 553-2261

$439,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,737 Sq Ft

6132 Washington Ct
Unit 2047
New 7 days ago

Popular Subdivision! Freshly Painted Meticulously maintained cozy 3 bed townhome. Eat in Kitchen, 42'' Cherry cabinet with granite counter top. Separate dinning room and modern fire place. Convinient location to Hwy 94/294, park and schools. Carpet credit $3000 will be provided

Sunny Kim

iProperties

(847) 472-0060

$1,549,000

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
7,500 Sq Ft

7000 N Kilpatrick Ave

This breathtaking custom built mansion, nestled north of the City of Chicago in Lincolnwood offers exquisite living space designed for the most discerning homeowner and completely renovated in 2026. Step through the impressive double doors into a magnificent foyer with a soaring ceiling, a sweeping ...

Pervaiz Usman Royal One Realty Inc.

$389,900

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,469 Sq Ft

8029 Lincoln Ave
New 25 days ago

Exceptional mixed-use opportunity in the heart of Skokie! This stylish and thoughtfully updated home offers modern living with versatile functionality, combining residential comfort with prime commercial potential. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 1,469 sq. ft., this p...

Claudia Goehner Redfin Corporation

$389,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,467 Sq Ft

8340 Callie Ave
Unit E104
New 22 days ago

Welcome to the Woodlands of Morton Grove! Welcome to this spacious and modern 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium offering the perfect blend of comfort and style. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating an inviting space for both everyday living and ...

Grace Martinez Exit Grace Realty

$600,000

4 Beds
2 Baths

8643 Ferris Ave

Meticulously well-maintained 2-flat, beautifully rehabbed in 2024, located within the highly sought-after District 70/219. Both units feature stunning white shaker kitchen cabinets paired with elegant quartz countertops, offering a modern and timeless finish. Each spacious apartment offers 2 bedroom...

Janet Vilchez EXIT Strategy Realty

$329,500

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft

5501 Lincoln Ave
Unit 404

This one of a kind, beautifully renovated fourth floor corner unit is one of the largest in the building, wrapped in south & east sunlight all day long. At nearly 1,500 square feet, it lives more like a house than a condo. The layout was thoughtfully redesigned by the current owners to open the kitc...

Karen Daugerdas Coldwell Banker Realty

$89,000

Land
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

5536 Greenwood St

No representations are being made as to whether the subject lot is buildable. Interested Buyers must perform their own due diligence with the municipality before submitting an offer.

Andrzej Wajda Leader Realty, Inc.

$449,900

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,161 Sq Ft

8625 Niles Center Rd
New 14 days ago

Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this spacious 3-story townhome offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and an ideal floor plan for comfortable living and entertaining. Featuring newly polished and stained hardwood floors throughout, this home showcases quality finishes and thoughtful updates. Th...

Amisha Kumar Century 21 Circle

$255,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,250 Sq Ft

5500 Lincoln Ave
Unit 510E
New 12 days ago

SELLER IS VERY MOTIVATED! Spacious and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the desirable Woodlands of Morton Grove. This 5-floor Unit 510-E features a bright, open layout overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds. The primary suite offers a private bath and generous closet space, with a seco...

Shreejung Rai Century 21 Universal

$2,999,999

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,755 Sq Ft

6505 N Knox Ave

Newer construction home in Lincolnwood! Built in 2017, this stunning 2-story home has 5 beds (4+1), 4.5 baths, 5 car garage, full finished basement with bedroom, full bath, theatre and workout room. Total SF - 6755 (4894 sf above ground; 1861 sf basement). Every last detail was intricately designed....

Stefanie Ridolfo Real Broker LLC

$250,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,225 Sq Ft

6330 Lincoln Ave
Unit 2A

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Homes for Rent

$2,024 - $4,691 per month

District 1860
Studio - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
496+ Sq Ft

7215 N District Ave
Lincolnwood, IL

District 1860 is the very best of city-meets-suburbs. Luxury apartments located in the vibrant Village of Lincolnwood, this brand-new living, dining, and shopping community is only a short commute from downtown Chicago. Residents can enjoy exciting restaurants and retail just outside their front doo...

$2,415 - $3,480 per month

Novu Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
738+ Sq Ft

6633 N Milwaukee Ave
Niles, IL

Situated just off the North Branch Chicago River, Novú is a new construction luxury apartment development from award-winning builder, Noah Properties. Expertly fusing the beauty of nature with the energy of city living, Novú delivers a next-level living experience today’s renters prefer.Boas...

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Highpoint at 8000 North
Studio - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
500+ Sq Ft

8000 Lincoln Ave
Skokie, IL

Get up to ONE MONTH FREE when you move-in by 6/30!

$2,900 per month

The BLVD
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft

8025 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, IL

Welcome to your new home at 8025 Skokie – The BLVD; a 40-unit boutique luxury rental building nestled perfectly within a stone’s throw of historic downtown Skokie! This 2 bed / 2 bath residence features condo quality finishes including a chef’s kitchen with Calacatta quartz island/countertops, high-...

$1,630 - $1,900 per month

Garden House Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath

8600 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, IL

We are conveniently located near Edens, Metra and Swift. Near Old Orchard mall, restaurants, movies, live entertainment, and the award winning Skokie Library. Located in Skokie near both Old Orchard Shopping Center and the yellow line. Garden House offers suburban living with ease of City ac...

$1,650 - $1,950 per month

Lotus Gardens Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath
730+ Sq Ft

8501 Lotus Ave
Skokie, IL

Located in suburban Skokie, Lotus Gardens offers spacious one and two bedroom units. Imagine grilling poolside and enjoying the tremendous outdoor space. The apartments at Lotus Gardens are centered around a beautifully landscaped pool area with BBQ grills, park benches and abundant flowerbeds. Long...

$1,950 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft

4924 Mulford St
Unit 2
Skokie, IL

Property Id: 1489008Skokie desirable 2 bedrooms 1 bath, right by Oakton Community College. New kitchen updated with granite counter-tops, and new appliances. New hardwood floors throughout. New bathroom. Tenant pays gas and electric. Parking is included in rent! No dogs allowed.

$14,000 per month

Condo for Rent
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,346 Sq Ft

6028 Crain St
Unit SI ID1237890P
Morton Grove, IL

The advertised rate of $14,001/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of January 7, 2027.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and e...

$1,500 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath

7560 N Waukegan Rd
Unit GC
Niles, IL

Two Bedroom Apartment In Niles! Hardwood Floors! Large Living Room, Big Master Bedroom With His and Hers Closets, Spacious Second Bedroom With Large Double Door Closet, Large Eat In Kitchen, One Bathroom, Lots of Closet/Cabinet Space. Laundry Facilities In Building.

$1,700 per month

Condo for Rent
1 Bed
1 Bath

5215 Galitz St
Skokie, IL

Property Id: 639692MUST SEE!This newly renovated SECOND FLOOR one bedroom condo is conveniently located in up and coming downtown Skokie, minutes from expressway, walking distance to great restaurants, public transportation, banking, shopping, post office and library featuring Stain...

$1,675 per month

Condo for Rent
1 Bed
1 Bath

8232 Niles Center Rd
Unit 306
Skokie, IL

Property Id: 1789154Must see!!This recently remodeled 3rd floor one bedroom condo is conveniently located in up and coming downtown Skokie, minutes from expressway, walking distance to public transportation, banking, shopping, post office and library featuring A/C, stove, dish washer, g...

$10,180 per month

Condo for Rent
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,992 Sq Ft

7018 Le Claire Ave
Unit SI ID1496926P
Skokie, IL

The advertised rate of $10,180/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of January 7, 2027.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and e...

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Niles North High School

9th to 12th
Public

A+

Fasman Yeshiva High School

9th to 12th
Private

A-

Logos Christian Academy

Pre-K to 12th
Private

B+

Linne Woods Forest Preserve

Bike Trails
Boating
Picnic Area

Laramie Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area

Martin F. Peccia Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails

Gross Point Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area

Carol Park

Picnic Area
Playground

Veterans Park

Norman Schack Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis

Lorel Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area

Lee Wright Park

Basketball
Playground

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Illinois Cook County Skokie 60077 Southwest Skokie

Niles West High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Skokie, IL and is served by the Niles Township Community High School District No. 219 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,557 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 38% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. Niles West High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $453,333. Discover additional schools in the area, like Niles North High School, Fasman Yeshiva High School, Logos Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Skokie has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Niles West High School.

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