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Avon Center Elem School

Elementary School · Grayslake CCSD 46

1617 IL Route 83, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,264 of 3,813

In Round Lake Beach

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Grayslake CCSD 46

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Avon Center Elem School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Round Lake Beach · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Avon Center Elem School

Avon Center Elem School is a public elementary school in Round Lake Beach, IL, part of Grayslake CCSD 46. Avon Center Elem School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Avon Center Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,264 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Avon Center Elem School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Avon Center Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,861
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Avon Center Elem School — Students at Avon Center Elem School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How Avon Center Elem School Compares

See how Avon Center Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Location

1617 IL Route 83, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avon Center Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowview School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairieview School (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hainesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Raymond Ellis Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Round Lake Beach, see our Round Lake Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Grayslake North High School Grayslake 0.3 mi 8.6
Meadowview School Grayslake 1.0 mi 8.5
Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach 1.4 mi 5.0
Woodview School Grayslake 2.0 mi 6.8
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake 2.1 mi 8.9
ST GILBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grayslake 2.3 mi 4.8
W J Murphy Elem School Round Lake Park 2.1 mi 6.0
Prairieview School Hainesville 2.4 mi 8.1
Grayslake Early Childhood Hainesville 2.4 mi 6.1
Grayslake Middle School Grayslake 2.3 mi 6.4
Round Lake Senior High School Round Lake 2.1 mi 5.5
Frederick School Grayslake 2.3 mi 5.9
Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa 2.5 mi 5.2
Magee Middle School Round Lake 2.2 mi 5.7
Pleviak Elem School Lake Villa 2.7 mi 6.3
Raymond Ellis Elem School Round Lake Beach 2.2 mi 7.0
WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grayslake 2.8 mi 7.3
Indian Hill Elem School Round Lake Heights 2.3 mi 6.4
Round Lake Middle School Round Lake Heights 2.3 mi 5.2
William L Thompson School Lake Villa 2.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,457

Median Home Value

$215,200

Median Rent

$1,461/mo

Population

62,000

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

34.4

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Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago, IL 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avon Center Elem School

What grades does Avon Center Elem School serve?

Avon Center Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Avon Center Elem School?

Avon Center Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avon Center Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Avon Center Elem School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Avon Center Elem School rank in IL?

Avon Center Elem School ranks #2,264 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Avon Center Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Avon Center Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Avon Center Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Avon Center Elem School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Avon Center Elem School a charter school?

No, Avon Center Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Avon Center Elem School a Title I school?

No, Avon Center Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avon Center Elem School?

54.5% of students at Avon Center Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

Grayslake CCSD 46
District Enrollment
3,667
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,861
District Rank
#9 of 9

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