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Lincoln Way West
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
21701 Gougar Rd,
New Lenox, IL
Lincoln-Way Community High School District No. 210
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Monica Schmitt
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
49%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
99%
Niche Grade
A-
A
B
A-
B+
A
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
111
Full Time Teachers
111
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
27
Math
27
English
28
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
23
AP Pass Rate
55%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
322:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
80.6%
Hispanic
13.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Black
1.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Illinois State University
303 Students
University of Iowa
246 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
227 Students
Michigan State University
203 Students
Joliet Junior College
202 Students
Purdue University
175 Students
University of Kentucky
170 Students
Northern Illinois University
153 Students
Bradley University
146 Students
Loyola University Chicago
145 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
157 Students
Psychology
156 Students
Nursing
152 Students
Biology
109 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
81 Students
Finance
64 Students
Accounting
49 Students
Marketing
47 Students
Chemistry
45 Students
Computer Science
44 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/30/2025
Overall, Lincoln-way West is a very good high school with strong academics and wonderful teachers, but some of the administration could be kinder and more helpful to the students who are struggling.
10/31/2024
Throughout my experience in Lincoln Way West Highschool, I've learned many lessons and had some amazing experiences. My memories in high school are those that I will forever cherish in the future.
10/15/2024
My overall experience with my high school is pretty good. I have enjoyed each year at LWW, the student body is so eager! Every teacher I have had taught me well and have prepared me for the next levels.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/21/2021
I have had two children attend LWW. The majority of the staff were a pleasure to deal with. However the principal , Monica Schmidt, was not. She treated any communication with her as an annoyance. She did not want to deal with a parent with a request, question or issue .
8/27/2017
I specifically moved to the area so my child could go to this school. At my child's previous high school she wasn't on track to graduate. With special learning needs, she was continuously provided with the tools to be successful. The school staff included me every step of the way, and I watched my o...
3/7/2013
Have had one child graduate from here, one still attending and one going in the future. I am reviewing this school because I am so pleased with the school and the staff at Lincoln-way West. My child had a number of health and educational needs that required extra help from the teachers, which they m...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$230K - $952K
Homes For Sale
83
Average Home Value
$438,590
Median Lot Size
12,196 Sq Ft
% Renters
10%
Average Household Income
$136,599
% of College Grads
42.5%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,627 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Parks in this Area
Countryview Park
- Skateboard
- Tennis
- Trails
Areohaven Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Freedom Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Hadley Valley Preserve - Gougar Road Access
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
New Lenox Commons
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Neufairfield Park
- Picnic Area
- Pickleball
- Playground
Hickory Creek Preserve
- Bike Trails
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- Walking Paths
Lions Den Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Pilcher Park Nature Center
- Trails
- Walking Paths
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Lincoln Way West is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in New Lenox, IL, in the New Lenox neighborhood, and is served by the Lincoln-Way Community High School District No. 210 in Illinois. The school has a total enrollment of 1,967 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 49% are proficient in reading. Lincoln Way West has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $438,590. Discover additional schools in the area, like Providence Catholic High School, Union Elementary School, St. Jude School, and more. Learn more about what New Lenox has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lincoln Way West.