Best Schools in Wonder Lake, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Harrison Elem School
Elementary · Harrison Sd 36. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$215,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$215,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wonder Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrison Elem School | 3.9 / 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
- 3.9/10
- Median household income
- $90,865
- Median home value
- $215,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wonder Lake compares
Median household income
$91k
111% of Illinois median
About Schools in Wonder Lake, Illinois
Wonder Lake, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.9 out of 10, schools in Wonder Lake face significant challenges 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 Wonder Lake is Harrison Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wonder Lake is served by 1 school district: Harrison SD 36. These districts collectively serve 420 students.
Wonder Lake's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,865. The poverty rate in the area is 8.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.9 |
Schools in Wonder Lake
Wonder Lake, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,865
Median Home Value
$215,700
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
11,481
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Wonder Lake has a median household income of $90,865. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,700, with a median rent of $1,369/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Wonder Lake, Illinois
How many schools are in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
Wonder Lake has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wonder Lake is 3.9 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 Wonder Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Wonder Lake on MySchoolScout is Harrison Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wonder Lake on MySchoolScout is Harrison Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Wonder Lake, Illinois?
Wonder Lake is served by 1 school district: Harrison Sd 36.
What is the education level in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Wonder Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
The median household income in Wonder Lake is approximately $90,865 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wonder Lake, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wonder Lake is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wonder 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.