Serving 3,872 students in grades 9-12, Lockport Township High Sch East ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,872 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Lockport Township High Sch East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Lockport Township High Sch East's student population of 3,872 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 225 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
225 teachers
Students by Grade
Lockport Township High Sch East ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockport Township High Sch East is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#974 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Lockport Township High Sch East is ranked #974 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lockport Township High Sch East often compared to?
Lockport Township High Sch Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln-way East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lockport Township High Sch East?
The graduation rate of Lockport Township High Sch East is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lockport Township High Sch East?
3,872 students attend Lockport Township High Sch East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lockport Township High Sch East students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockport Township High Sch East?
Lockport Township High Sch East has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockport Township High Sch East offer ?
Lockport Township High Sch East offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lockport Township High Sch East part of?
Lockport Township High Sch East is part of Lockport TWP HSD 205 School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 3/15/2021All three of my children attended LTHS and I couldn't be happier with our decision to send them there. The community at large is caring and really shows that they love their jobs - everyone from the Superintendent's office to the custodian! My kids received a great education and are thriving in their post-secondary education.4 1/30/2021The school was ridiculously crowded when I attended, but that did not prevent me or any of my classmates from receiving a quality education and succeeding if we really wanted to. The teachers were top notch and the school's amenities were also excellent. Given the enrollment size, I could not imagine teachers doing a better job than they already were. Great teachers, great school spirit and great facilities!2 9/8/2009This school is way too crowded to give kids a safe and educational learning environment. The halls are crowded, not even split schedules help.Review Lockport Township High Sch East. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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All three of my children attended LTHS and I couldn't be happier with our decision to send them there. The community at large is caring and really shows that they love their jobs - everyone from the Superintendent's office to the custodian! My kids received a great education and are thriving in their post-secondary education.
The school was ridiculously crowded when I attended, but that did not prevent me or any of my classmates from receiving a quality education and succeeding if we really wanted to. The teachers were top notch and the school's amenities were also excellent. Given the enrollment size, I could not imagine teachers doing a better job than they already were. Great teachers, great school spirit and great facilities!
This school is way too crowded to give kids a safe and educational learning environment. The halls are crowded, not even split schedules help.
Review Lockport Township High Sch East. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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