Serving 2,749 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln-way East High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln-way East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln-way East High School's student population of 2,749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln-way East High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-way East High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
71%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-way East High School's ranking?
Lincoln-way East High School is ranked #324 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln-way East High School often compared to?
Lincoln-way East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln-way Central High School, Lincoln Way West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln-way East High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln-way East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln-way East High School?
2,749 students attend Lincoln-way East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lincoln-way East High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln-way East High School?
Lincoln-way East High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln-way East High School offer ?
Lincoln-way East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lincoln-way East High School part of?
Lincoln-way East High School is part of Lincoln Way CHSD 210 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/20/2020
Great school. People move into Frankfort just for the school District.
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