Lincoln-Way Central High School vs Niles North High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 63 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln-Way Central High School
New Lenox · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,991 students
Niles North High School
Skokie · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,999 students
| Measure | Lincoln-Way Central High School New Lenox, Illinois | Niles North High School Skokie, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 691 | #106 of 691 |
| National rank | #5395 of 16,910 | #7105 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,991 | 1,999 |
| Enrollment | 1,991 | 1,999 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 45% |
| city | New Lenox | Skokie |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln-Way Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 54.8).
- •Lincoln-Way Central High School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 45%).
- •Lincoln-Way Central High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 48%).
- •Niles North High School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 15.2).
- •Niles North High School is the larger school with 1,999 students compared with 1,991.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln-Way Central High School better than Niles North High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln-Way Central High School ranks higher (61.6 vs 54.8 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 Lincoln-Way Central High School and Niles North High School?
About 63 km in a straight line, between New Lenox and Skokie in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln-Way Central High School: 1,991. Niles North High School: 1,999. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln-Way Central High School and Niles North High School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln-Way Central High School is 58th of 691 and Niles North High School is 106th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).