Lombard School District 44 Sees Slight Enrollment Decline in 2024-25

District enrollment down 0.1% from previous year, with largest school Glenn Westlake Middle seeing 1.8% drop

Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:03am

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According to data from the Illinois State Board of Education, Lombard School District 44 welcomed 2,976 students in the 2024-25 school year, a 0.1% decrease from the previous year. The district's largest school, Glenn Westlake Middle, saw enrollment drop 1.8% to 942 students.

Why it matters

K-12 enrollment has been declining across Illinois for years, reflecting broader demographic changes. While the 0.1% drop in Lombard School District 44 is relatively small, it mirrors a statewide trend that has school districts grappling with budget and staffing challenges.

The details

Enrollment declined at four of the seven schools in the district, with the largest drops at William Hammerschmidt Elementary (-2.9%) and Madison Elementary (-2.3%). However, three schools saw increases, led by Butterfield Elementary (+4.3%) and Manor Hill Elementary (+4.1%). Pleasant Lane Elementary remained flat with 247 students.

  • Lombard School District 44 welcomed 2,976 students in the 2024-25 school year.
  • This represents a 0.1% decrease from the previous school year.

The players

Lombard School District 44

A school district that roughly covers within DuPage County, Illinois and has a main office in Lombard.

Illinois State Board of Education

The state agency that provided the enrollment data for Lombard School District 44 and other Illinois school districts.

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The takeaway

The slight enrollment decline in Lombard School District 44 reflects a broader trend across Illinois, as K-12 student populations continue to shift. While the district's overall numbers remain relatively stable, individual school enrollment changes highlight the need for flexible planning and resource allocation to meet the evolving needs of students and families.