Harry D Jacobs High School vs Lincoln Way West
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 80 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harry D Jacobs High School
Algonquin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,056 students
Lincoln Way West
New Lenox · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,047 students
| Measure | Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin, Illinois | Lincoln Way West New Lenox, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 691 | #97 of 691 |
| National rank | #7778 of 16,910 | #6846 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,056 | 2,047 |
| Enrollment | 2,056 | 2,047 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 58% |
| city | Algonquin | New Lenox |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Way West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.8 vs 52.3).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on math proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 43%).
- •Harry D Jacobs High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.1).
- •Harry D Jacobs High School is the larger school with 2,056 students compared with 2,047.
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 Harry D Jacobs High School better than Lincoln Way West?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Way West ranks higher (55.8 vs 52.3 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 Harry D Jacobs High School and Lincoln Way West?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Algonquin and New Lenox in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harry D Jacobs High School: 2,056. Lincoln Way West: 2,047. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harry D Jacobs High School and Lincoln Way West rank in Illinois?
Harry D Jacobs High School is 122nd of 691 and Lincoln Way West is 97th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).