Magnet School
Lane Tech College Prep High School
- A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 7-12
- Chicago, IL
- 2,736 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityA+
- TeachersA+
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA+
- Health & SafetyA+
- AdministrationA+
- SportsA
- FoodB+
- Resources & FacilitiesA-
Lane Tech College Prep High School Rankings
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- Cost of LivingC+
- Good for FamiliesB+
- HousingC-
Area Feel
Urban
Median Household Income
$52,497
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,029
National
$949Median Home Value
$234,500
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 92%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.355 responses
Poll
- 90%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.356 responses
Students
Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
4,049
Free or Reduced Lunch
55%
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.365 responses
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.365 responses
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.365 responses
Teachers
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.446 responses
- 85%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.446 responses
- 88%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.446 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$15,765/ year
National
$12,239- 95%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.473 responses
- 61%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.474 responses
- 92%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.474 responses
Lane Tech College Prep High School Reviews
2,736 reviews
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Overall, Lane has become more than just a high school to me. Lane has provided me with a tremendous amount of opportunity from programs, clubs, and AP classes. I not only feel comfortable, but I also feel challenged. To say that Lane lives up to its “college preparatory” name is an understatement. Something that truly added my experience is the atmosphere. The school is very big, but also very college-like. It’s really up to the student to decide if they want their high school experience to mean something. Some aspects of Lane that aren’t academic but just as equally as important are off-campus lunch and the school spirit! One improvement would be to add more counselors in the counseling department because trying to have a personalized relationship with your guidance counselor is nearly impossible with 4,000 other students. I love this school and I am so glad to be given the opportunity to attend Lane.
I love Lane Tech for the simple reason of true diversity and opportunities from the classroom and outside! Being the most diverse high school population in Illinois, we managed to rise to the #3 spot of the best high schools in Illinois (according to USNews). While I admit the average scores at Lane may not rise above #3, the most advanced classes like Calculus-III, surpass the top schools' study material. The raw opportunity to simply explore what you're interested in is an adventure on its own. There are so many opportunities in afterschool clubs and activities that a true high school experience comes out.
Lane Tech is truly an amazing school when it comes to creating new and exciting experiences and preparing for secondary education. The entire student body is very diverse, resulting in well-rounded and open-minded graduates. I am very lucky to have spent my last four years at this school. I feel that I have grown so much as a person as a result of the incredibly supportive yet challenging environment that I have thrived in. Although I will deeply miss walking through the colorful, immense halls of Lane Tech, I feel ready to move on to my next level of education and am excited for the next phase of my life!