Serving 2,736 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln-way East High School 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 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln-way East High School's student population of 2,736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln-way East High School 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 East High School is 0.45, 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
#429 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #429 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln-way East High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln-way East High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln-way East High School?
2,736 students attend Lincoln-way East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lincoln-way East High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 16:1, 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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