Serving 2,047 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Way West serves the northwest part of New Lenox, IL, covering an area of approximately 16 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln Way West's student population of 2,047 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,047 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
Lincoln Way West ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Way West is 0.32, 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
#496 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Warrior
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 #496 out of 3,542 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 99%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Lincoln Way West?
2,047 students attend Lincoln Way West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lincoln Way West students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Way West?
Lincoln Way West has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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