Lincoln Way West vs Manhattan Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Way West
New Lenox · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,047 students
Manhattan Jr High School
Manhattan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
| Measure | Lincoln Way West New Lenox, Illinois | Manhattan Jr High School Manhattan, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #97 of 691 | #94 of 670 |
| National rank | #6846 of 16,910 | #3238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,047 | 615 |
| Enrollment | 2,047 | 615 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 16.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 48% |
| city | New Lenox | Manhattan |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manhattan Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.5 vs 55.8).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on math proficiency (58% vs 48%).
- •Manhattan Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •Manhattan Jr High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 18.1).
- •Lincoln Way West is the larger school with 2,047 students compared with 615.
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 Way West better than Manhattan Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Manhattan Jr High School ranks higher (70.5 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 Lincoln Way West and Manhattan Jr High School?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between New Lenox and Manhattan in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Way West: 2,047. Manhattan Jr High School: 615. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Way West and Manhattan Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Way West is 97th of 691 and Manhattan Jr High School is 94th of 670 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).