Best Schools in Round Lake, Illinois
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Round Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Park East School
Elementary · Grayslake Ccsd 46. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Park West School
Middle · Grayslake Ccsd 46. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Magee Middle School
Middle · Round Lake Cusd 116. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Round Lake for 2026 are Park East School (7.4/10), Park West School (7.2/10), and Magee Middle School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$215,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$215,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Round Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park East School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Park West School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Magee Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Round Lake Senior High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Village Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $95,457
- Median home value
- $215,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Round Lake compares
Illinois rank
#232 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$95k
116% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Round Lake, Illinois
Round Lake, Illinois is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Round Lake show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Round Lake is Park East School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Round Lake is served by 2 school districts: Grayslake CCSD 46, Round Lake CUSD 116. These districts collectively serve 9,857 students.
Round Lake's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,457. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 331 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 321 students · 1st–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 299 students · 5th–8th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 638 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,226 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Round Lake
Round Lake, Illinois · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,457
Median Home Value
$215,200
Median Rent
$1,461/mo
Population
62,000
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
Round Lake has a median household income of $95,457. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,200, with a median rent of $1,461/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Round Lake, Illinois
How many schools are in Round Lake, Illinois?
Round Lake has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Round Lake, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Round Lake is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Round Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Round Lake on MySchoolScout is Park East School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Round Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Round Lake on MySchoolScout is Park East School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Round Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Round Lake on MySchoolScout is Park West School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Round Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Round Lake on MySchoolScout is Round Lake Senior High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Round Lake, Illinois?
Round Lake is served by 2 school districts: Grayslake Ccsd 46, Round Lake Cusd 116.
What is the education level in Round Lake, Illinois?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Round Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Round Lake, Illinois?
The median household income in Round Lake is approximately $95,457 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Round Lake, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Round Lake is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Round Lake, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.