Lena-winslow High School

Lena-Winslow High School serves 241 students in grades 9-12 in the rural community of Lena, Illinois. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.8 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #317 out of 3,819 Illinois high schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide.

This impressive ranking reflects the school's 9.2 out of 10 academic score. In English Language Arts and Reading, 54% of students perform at proficient or above levels across all grade levels. Students at Lena-Winslow come from a stable community where the median household income reaches $73,313 and the poverty rate remains low at just 4.7%.

The surrounding area has a median home value of $158,300, and 28% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a community that values education. Located on Fremont Street in Stephenson County, Lena-Winslow High School operates in a rural setting that serves a tight-knit population of 3,851 residents, offering students the benefits of small-town education with strong academic outcomes.

Located in a rural area, Lena-winslow High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.