Lincoln Park High School vs McHenry Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Park High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,214 students
McHenry Community High School
Mchenry · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,214 students
| Measure | Lincoln Park High School Chicago, Illinois | McHenry Community High School Mchenry, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #100 of 691 | #65 of 691 |
| National rank | #7004 of 16,910 | #5588 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,214 | 2,214 |
| Enrollment | 2,214 | 2,214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Chicago | Mchenry |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McHenry Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.9 vs 55.1).
- •McHenry Community High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 43.7%).
- •McHenry Community High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.0).
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 Lincoln Park High School better than McHenry Community High School?
On the Success Index (US), McHenry Community High School ranks higher (60.9 vs 55.1 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 Lincoln Park High School and McHenry Community High School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Mchenry in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Park High School: 2,214. McHenry Community High School: 2,214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Park High School and McHenry Community High School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Park High School is 100th of 691 and McHenry Community High School is 65th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).