Serving 1,967 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 44% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Way West ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Way West is 0.33, which is less 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
#713 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)98%
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 #713 out of 3,663 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Way West?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Way West is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln Way West?
1,967 students attend Lincoln Way West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lincoln Way West students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Way West?
Lincoln Way West has a student ration of 17:1, 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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