Serving 4,525 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 87% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 4,525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lane Technical High School's student population of 4,525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 269 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
4,525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
269 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lane Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lane Technical High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#7 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
35%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Technical High School's ranking?
Lane Technical High School is ranked #7 out of 3,426 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 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lane Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Lane Technical High School is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lane Technical High School?
4,525 students attend Lane Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lane Technical High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 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 13:1.
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 Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lane Technical High School located?
Lane Technical High School is located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Roscoe Village.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2024
Lane Tech''s tradition of excellence in education and technology continues to amaze me.(graduated class of ''78). An Ivy League caliber high school and middle school best describes this School of Champions! GO LANE GO ! ! !
5 1/31/2022
Absolutely changed the course of my life...Where ever you go, what ever you do, remember the honor of Lane!!
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