Serving 4,330 students in grades 7-12, Lane Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 4,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lane Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lane Technical High School's student population of 4,330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 248 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
4,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
248 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lane Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lane Technical High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Technical High School's ranking?
Lane Technical High School is ranked #7 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lane Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Lane Technical High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lane Technical High School?
4,330 students attend Lane Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lane Technical High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lane Technical High School?
Lane Technical High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lane Technical High School offer ?
Lane Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lane Technical High School part of?
Lane Technical High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Reviews
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