Serving 1,994 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln Way West ranks in the top 20% 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Way West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln Way West's student population of 1,994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Way West ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Way West is 0.34, 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
#489 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
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 West's ranking?
Lincoln Way West is ranked #489 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Way West often compared to?
Lincoln Way Westis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln-way East High School, Lincoln-way Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Way West?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Way West is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln Way West?
1,994 students attend Lincoln Way West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lincoln Way West students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Way West?
Lincoln Way West has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Way West offer ?
Lincoln Way West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lincoln Way West part of?
Lincoln Way West is part of Lincoln Way CHSD 210 School District.
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