Eisenhower Academy vs Lincoln Way West
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eisenhower Academy
Joliet Β· Public elementary Β· Grades 1β5
209 students
Lincoln Way West
New Lenox Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
2,047 students
| Measure | Eisenhower Academy Joliet, Illinois | Lincoln Way West New Lenox, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #437 of 2,303 | #97 of 691 |
| National rank | #15658 of 50,301 | #6846 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 1β5 | Grades 9β12 |
| Students | 209 | 2,047 |
| Enrollment | 209 | 2,047 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | β |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 58% |
| city | Joliet | New Lenox |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Eisenhower Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.7 vs 55.8).
- β’Eisenhower Academy does better on math proficiency (82% vs 58%).
- β’Eisenhower Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 55%).
- β’Eisenhower Academy does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.1).
- β’Lincoln Way West is the larger school with 2,047 students compared with 209.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Eisenhower Academy better than Lincoln Way West?
On the Success Index (US), Eisenhower Academy ranks higher (63.7 vs 55.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Eisenhower Academy and Lincoln Way West?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Joliet and New Lenox in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eisenhower Academy: 209. Lincoln Way West: 2,047. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eisenhower Academy and Lincoln Way West rank in Illinois?
Eisenhower Academy is 437th of 2,303 and Lincoln Way West is 97th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).