What grades does Lincoln-Way Central High School serve?

Lincoln-Way Central High School is a High school serving students in New Lenox, IL. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Lincoln-Way Central High School located?

Lincoln-Way Central High School is located at New Lenox, IL in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-Way Central High School?

Lincoln-Way Central High School has a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1.

What schools are in New Lenox, IL?

New Lenox, IL is served by the local school district. Lincoln-Way Central High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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Lincoln-Way Central High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|New Lenox, Illinois|Lincoln Way CHSD 210

New Lenox, IL 60451

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Holiday - No SchoolHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Wed

EARLY DISMISSALhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Student Testing DayexamDistrict-wide

See school website for schedule.

Oct

Sat

National PSAT/NMSQT Testing @ WestexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

LWE students will be released at 12:37 p.m. and lunch will not be served. To find the early release bell schedule, please visit the website BELL SCHEDULE.  

Nov

Mon

Freshman Final Exam Review NightexamDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,017

Student:Teacher

14.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Lincoln Way CHSD 210

Phone

(815)462-2172

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

49%

83th percentile in IL

Math Proficiency

45%

83th percentile in IL

Chronic Absenteeism

8.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

22 courses offered

695 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

216 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

448 test takers

Athletics

26 sports, 64 teams

1,142 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1

Near average in IL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

142

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,382

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,455

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,722

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 2%State 28%Local 71%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.4%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Uninsured residents

8.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

963

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

963

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

48%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

421 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

248 (26%)

Autism

125 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

59 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

45 (5%)

Speech/Language Impairment

20 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,991

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Holiday - No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

EARLY DISMISSAL

half_day

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Student Testing Day

See school website for schedule.

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lincoln Way CHSD 210. Lincoln-Way Central High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide LWE students will be released at 12:37 p.m. and lunch will not be served. To find the early release bell schedule, please visit the website BELL SCHEDULE.	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	EARLY DISMISSALDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Student Testing DayDistrict-wide See school website for schedule.	exam	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	National PSAT/NMSQT Testing @ WestDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide LWE students will be released at 12:37 p.m. and lunch will not be served. To find the early release bell schedule, please visit the website BELL SCHEDULE.	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Freshman Final Exam Review NightDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	FRESHMAN EXAM REVIEW NIGHT 6:30-8:30PMDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	HOLIDAY NO SCHOOL District-wide Review the school calendar for all closure dates and holiday schedules.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	ASVAB TESTING District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Final Exams 1, 2, 0District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Final Exams 3, 4, 5District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Final Exams 6, 7District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break BeginsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for complete break dates and any related notices.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Half Day of School Improvement - Release @12:37pmDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Early Release @12:37pmDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	SPRING BREAK District-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	No School - Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Sat, Apr 3, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Sun, Apr 4, 2027	SPRINK BREAK District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	STUDENT TESTING DAY District-wide Review the school calendar for testing schedule and any required materials.	exam	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	Early Release - School Improvement DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for school improvement day details.	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Final Exams 3, 4, 5District-wide	exam	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Final Exams 6, 7District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	HOLIDAY District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lincoln-Way Central High School

Lincoln-Way Central High School has a total enrollment of 2,017 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in New Lenox, IL.