Overview

West Aurora High School is a public school in Aurora, IL, offering AP courses, 32 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 2 high schools in Aurora West Community Unit School District 129.

School Rating

West Aurora High School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

1201 West New York Street
Aurora, IL 60506
School leader: Whitney Martino
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