Serving 146 students in grades 9-12, Lincolnwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincolnwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lincolnwood High School's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincolnwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincolnwood High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1567 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincolnwood High School's ranking?
Lincolnwood High School is ranked #1567 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincolnwood High School often compared to?
Lincolnwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincolnwood High School?
The graduation rate of Lincolnwood High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincolnwood High School?
146 students attend Lincolnwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lincolnwood High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincolnwood High School?
Lincolnwood High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincolnwood High School offer ?
Lincolnwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lincolnwood High School part of?
Lincolnwood High School is part of Panhandle CUSD 2 School District.
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