Lincoln Way West vs Union Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 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
Union Elementary School
Joliet · Public elementary · Grades K–8
143 students
| Measure | Lincoln Way West New Lenox, Illinois | Union Elementary School Joliet, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 691 | #588 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #6846 of 16,910 | #19892 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,047 | 143 |
| Enrollment | 2,047 | 143 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 37% |
| city | New Lenox | Joliet |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Union Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 55.8).
- •Lincoln Way West does better on math proficiency (58% vs 37%).
- •Union Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Union Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 18.1).
- •Lincoln Way West is the larger school with 2,047 students compared with 143.
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 Union Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Union Elementary School ranks higher (57.6 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 Union Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between New Lenox and Joliet in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Way West: 2,047. Union Elementary School: 143. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Way West and Union Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Way West is 97th of 691 and Union Elementary School is 588th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).