At a glance
Reported students
1,991
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
131.25
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois high enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 965 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
2,047
Lincoln-Way Central High School: 1,991 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
15.2:1 reported; state peer median 12.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,944
- Teachers (FTE)
- 142
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.7:1
What the reported data says about Lincoln-Way Central High School
Lincoln-Way Central High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in New Lenox. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Lincoln Way CHSD 210. NCES reports 1,991 students for 2024–25.
Among 965 high schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 254 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.2:1, above the Illinois median of 12.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (80%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.1%). English learners represent 1.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 22 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lincoln-Way Central High School
- 1How do the reported 15.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 131.25 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.9%
- Lunch program
- No
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White80%
- Hispanic12.1%
- Black2.6%
- Asian1.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
22 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lincoln Way CHSD 210
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lincoln Way West
High · Grades 09–12
2,047 reported students
Lincoln-Way East High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,696 reported students
Public schools near Lincoln-Way Central High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln-Way East High School High · Lincoln Way CHSD 210 | 09–12 | 2,696 | 3.8 mi |
| Lincoln Way West High · Lincoln Way CHSD 210 | 09–12 | 2,047 | 3.9 mi |
| Victor J Andrew High School High · Cons HSD 230 | 09–12 | 2,213 | 6.5 mi |
| Lockport Township High Sch East High · Lockport Twp HSD 205 | 09–12 | 3,678 | 7.4 mi |
| Pathways Academy High · Joliet Twp HSD 204 | 09–12 | 0 | 7.4 mi |
| Lincoln School RSSP High · Will ROE | 06–12 | 0 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lincoln-Way Central High School
What grades does Lincoln-Way Central High School serve?
Lincoln-Way Central High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Lincoln Way CHSD 210.
How many students attend Lincoln-Way Central High School?
Lincoln-Way Central High School reported 1,991 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 965 Illinois high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,944 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lincoln-Way Central High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.2:1, based on 1,991 students and 131.25 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lincoln-Way Central High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lincoln-Way Central High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Lincoln Way CHSD 210 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Lincoln-Way Central High School in?
Lincoln-Way Central High School is part of Lincoln Way CHSD 210, based in New Lenox, IL, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lincoln-Way Central High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lincoln-Way East High School (3.8 mi), Lincoln Way West (3.9 mi), Victor J Andrew High School (6.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.