Lane Tech College Prep High School, is a public four-year selective enrollment magnet high school located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 4,604 students in grades 7-12, Lane Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 4,604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lane Technical 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lane Technical High School's student population of 4,604 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 278 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
4,604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
278 teachers
Year Founded
1908
Colors
Old gold, Myrtle
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
School of Champions
School Rankings
Lane Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lane Technical High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Technical High School's ranking?
Lane Technical High School is ranked #5 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lane Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Lane Technical High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lane Technical High School?
4,604 students attend Lane Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lane Technical High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lane Technical High School?
Lane Technical High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lane Technical High School offer ?
Lane Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lane Technical High School part of?
Lane Technical High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lane Technical High School located?
Lane Technical High School is located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Roscoe Village.
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