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#1111 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 29% in state

Lockport Township High Sch East

High School · Lockport Twp HSD 205

1333 E 7th St, Lockport, IL 60441

Enrollment

3,817

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,111 of 3,813

In Lockport

#5 of 8

public schools

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lockport Township High Sch East

7.2/10

High School in Lockport · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lockport Township High Sch East

Lockport Township High Sch East is a public high school in Lockport, IL, part of Lockport Twp HSD 205. Lockport Township High Sch East serves approximately 3,817 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lockport Township High Sch East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,111 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lockport Township High Sch East show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Lockport Township High Sch East is a large school: 3,817 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation24%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,531
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Lockport Township High Sch East — Students at Lockport Township High Sch East score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2022
ELA
33%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Lockport Township High Sch East Compares

See how Lockport Township High Sch East performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
71th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
28
14 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
227 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
14 boys'·14 girls'·67 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1333 E 7th St, Lockport, IL 60441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lockport Township High Sch East may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Walsh Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is William E Young School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Homer Glen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oak Prairie Jr High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Homer Glen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lockport, see our Lockport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
William J Butler School Lockport 0.7 mi 7.4
Kelvin Grove Jr High School Lockport 0.6 mi 6.2
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE CENTER Lockport 0.7 mi
Walsh Elem School Lockport 1.1 mi 8.0
Milne Grove Elem School Lockport 0.9 mi 7.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 1.1 mi 5.0
LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport 1.5 mi 5.9
Ludwig Elem School Lockport 1.5 mi 7.3
ST DENNIS SCHOOL Lockport 1.4 mi 6.1
Taft Grade School Lockport 1.6 mi 4.6
Oak Prairie Jr High School Homer Glen 1.9 mi 7.5
Fairmont School Lockport 2.4 mi 7.3
Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet 3.1 mi 5.5
William E Young School Homer Glen 2.6 mi 7.8
Luther J Schilling School Homer Glen 2.8 mi 7.5
Gompers Junior High School Joliet 3.6 mi 5.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEMONT Lemont 3.6 mi 6.2
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet 3.7 mi 6.0
A O Marshall Elem School Joliet 4.1 mi 4.1
Sator Sanchez Elem School Joliet 3.7 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,271

Median Home Value

$287,100

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

36,841

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lockport Township High Sch East

What grades does Lockport Township High Sch East serve?

Lockport Township High Sch East serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lockport Township High Sch East?

Lockport Township High Sch East has an enrollment of approximately 3,817 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lockport Township High Sch East?

The student-teacher ratio at Lockport Township High Sch East is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lockport Township High Sch East rank in IL?

Lockport Township High Sch East ranks #1,111 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lockport Township High Sch East's MySchoolScout rating?

Lockport Township High Sch East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lockport Township High Sch East?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lockport Township High Sch East has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lockport Township High Sch East a charter school?

No, Lockport Township High Sch East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lockport Township High Sch East a Title I school?

No, Lockport Township High Sch East is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,817
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
227
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

Lockport Twp HSD 205
District Enrollment
3,817
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,531
District Rank
#1 of 1

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