Lincoln Way West vs Nelson Prairie School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.6 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
Nelson Prairie School
New Lenox · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
388 students
| Measure | Lincoln Way West New Lenox, Illinois | Nelson Prairie School New Lenox, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 691 | #353 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #6846 of 16,910 | #13304 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 2,047 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 2,047 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 67% |
| city | New Lenox | New Lenox |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Prairie School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 55.8).
- •Nelson Prairie School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 58%).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 18.5).
- •Lincoln Way West is the larger school with 2,047 students compared with 388.
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 Nelson Prairie School?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Prairie School ranks higher (67.2 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 Nelson Prairie School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between New Lenox and New Lenox in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Way West: 2,047. Nelson Prairie School: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Way West and Nelson Prairie School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Way West is 97th of 691 and Nelson Prairie School is 353rd of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).