Lockport Township High School is a public high school in Lockport, Illinois, United States. In addition to the city of Lockport and Lockport Township, Lockport Township High School also serves the communities of Homer Glen, most of Crest Hill, a section of unincorporated Orland Park and Homer Township.
Serving 3,678 students in grades 9-12, Lockport Township High School East ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockport Township High School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lockport Township High School East's student population of 3,678 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 224 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
224 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Motto
Integrity, Excellence, Respect
School Rankings
Lockport Township High School East ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockport Township High School East is 0.53, which is less 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
#1100 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Porter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockport Township High School East's ranking?
Lockport Township High School East is ranked #1100 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lockport Township High School East often compared to?
Lockport Township High School 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 School East?
The graduation rate of Lockport Township High School East is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lockport Township High School East?
3,678 students attend Lockport Township High School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lockport Township High School East students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockport Township High School East?
Lockport Township High School East has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lockport Township High School East offer ?
Lockport Township High School East offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lockport Township High School East part of?
Lockport Township High School East is part of Lockport TWP HSD 205 School District.
School Calendar
View the Lockport Township High School East yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is way too crowded to give kids a safe and educational learning environment. The halls are crowded, not even split schedules help.
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