Lena-Winslow High School, dedicated December 7, 1958 and affectionately known as "Le-Win", is a high school located in the town of Lena, Illinois.
Serving 241 students in grades 9-12, Lena-winslow High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lena-winslow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lena-winslow High School's student population of 241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Lena-winslow High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lena-winslow High School is 0.19, 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
#439 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Perky Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lena-winslow High School's ranking?
Lena-winslow High School is ranked #439 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lena-winslow High School often compared to?
Lena-winslow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lena-winslow High School?
The graduation rate of Lena-winslow High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lena-winslow High School?
241 students attend Lena-winslow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lena-winslow High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lena-winslow High School?
Lena-winslow High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lena-winslow High School offer ?
Lena-winslow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lena-winslow High School part of?
Lena-winslow High School is part of Lena Winslow CUSD 202 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-NO SCHOOL
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-NO SCHOOL
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
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