Lincoln-Way West High School or LWW, is a public four-year high school located about 1.5 miles south of Lincoln Highway near the intersection of Gougar Road and Illinois Highway in New Lenox, Illinois, a southwest suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States.
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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Black, Orange
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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln Way CHSD 210 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
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%.
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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