- Lincoln-Way East High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,696 students
- Lincoln Way West — Grades 9–12 · 2,047 students
- Lincoln-Way Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,991 students
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Zip code 60448 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary | Mokena School District 159 1,542 students · 3 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 6,705 students · 3 schools | 10/10 |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 6,705 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 (this district) | 10/10 | 96th | 6,705 |
| Minooka Community High School District 111 | 8/10 | 71st | 2,930 |
| Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U | 2/10 | 16th | 4,415 |
| Valley View Community Unit School District 365U | 6/10 | 56th | 15,187 |
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Ranked against 445 rated districts in IL → 96th percentile → 10/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About Lincoln Way Community High School District 210
Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 is the public school district assigned to zip code 60448 in Lincoln Way, Illinois. Serving students from Pre-K – 8th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 60448. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Illinois public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Illinois on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 60448 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60448
Children in zip code 60448 are assigned to Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60448, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 at (815)462-2345 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Mokena
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 serves zip code 60448, homes in and around zip code 60448 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60448.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60448 data.