LINCOLN-WAY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Lincoln-Way Central High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lincoln Way CHSD 210 school district, located in New Lenox, IL with about 2,138 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 139 teachers, Lincoln-Way Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lincoln-Way Central High School, located in New Lenox, Illinois, is a prominent secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12 as part of the Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210. Known for its strong commitment to academic rigor and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and a wide array of career and technical education programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Lincoln-Way Central boasts a robust extracurricular culture, featuring a diverse range of athletic teams, fine arts programs, and student-led clubs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive community environment, often emphasizing school spirit and civic engagement among its student body. With a focus on the "Knight" identity, the institution balances high academic standards with personal growth, aiming to equip graduates with the critical thinking skills and character necessary for success in their post-secondary endeavors.

For more information, contact Lincoln-Way Central High School at (815) 462-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1801 E Lincoln Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451-3801
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LINCOLN-WAY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Lenox, IL with about 2,138 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,138
Teachers:
139.25
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,138 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LINCOLN-WAY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.4%
Hispanic/Latino
9.4%
Two or more races
2.1%
Asian
1.4%
Black or African American
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.