Lincoln Way West
2,047 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Lincoln-Way West High School, located in New Lenox, Illinois, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12. Part of the Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, offering a robust curriculum that includes numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit options, and specialized career-technical education programs. The campus is designed to foster a comprehensive learning environment, balancing high-level instruction with modern technology and academic support services aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success.
Beyond the classroom, Lincoln-Way West is known for its strong culture of student involvement and school spirit. The school boasts a highly competitive athletics program, known as the Warriors, alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including fine arts, performing arts, and various academic clubs. By emphasizing a "well-rounded" educational experience, the school encourages students to develop their leadership skills and community engagement, maintaining a reputation as a central hub for student development within the New Lenox community.
Beyond the classroom, Lincoln-Way West is known for its strong culture of student involvement and school spirit. The school boasts a highly competitive athletics program, known as the Warriors, alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including fine arts, performing arts, and various academic clubs. By emphasizing a "well-rounded" educational experience, the school encourages students to develop their leadership skills and community engagement, maintaining a reputation as a central hub for student development within the New Lenox community.
2,047
Total Students
113.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,653 |
| Hispanic | 300 |
| Black | 34 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White1,653 (80.8%)
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Hispanic300 (14.7%)
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Two or More49 (2.4%)
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Black34 (1.7%)
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Asian10 (0.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Lincoln Way CHSD 210 |
| Phone: | (815)717-3501 |
| Website: | http://www.lw210.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,047 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 113.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
509
Grade 10
481
Grade 11
518
Grade 12
539
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 509 |
| Grade 10 | 481 |
| Grade 11 | 518 |
| Grade 12 | 539 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 989 | 48.3% |
| Male | 1,058 | 51.7% |
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