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Top 46% in state

B J Hooper Elem School

Elementary School · Lake Villa CCSD 41

2400 E Sand Lake Rd, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,743 of 3,813

In Lindenhurst

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Lake Villa CCSD 41

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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B J Hooper Elem School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Lindenhurst · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About B J Hooper Elem School

B J Hooper Elem School is a public elementary school in Lindenhurst, IL, part of Lake Villa CCSD 41. B J Hooper Elem School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. B J Hooper Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,743 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for B J Hooper Elem School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-5.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,776
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

B J Hooper Elem School — Students at B J Hooper Elem School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
93%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2022
ELA
40%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How B J Hooper Elem School Compares

See how B J Hooper Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in IL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Location

2400 E Sand Lake Rd, Lindenhurst, IL 60046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering B J Hooper Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowview School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millburn Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Old Mill Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodview School (rated 6.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lindenhurst, see our Lindenhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Millburn Middle School Lindenhurst 1.7 mi 8.3
Millburn Elem School Old Mill Creek 1.8 mi 8.0
Grayslake North High School Grayslake 2.7 mi 8.6
Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach 2.8 mi 5.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL THIRD LAKE Third Lake 3.2 mi
Lakes Community High School Lake Villa 3.1 mi 8.3
Pleviak Elem School Lake Villa 2.7 mi 6.3
Meadowview School Grayslake 3.4 mi 8.5
Oakland Elementary School Lake Villa 3.2 mi 6.5
Frederick School Grayslake 3.9 mi 5.9
Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa 2.9 mi 5.2
COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE RENEWAL EXPERIENCE Lake Villa 3.0 mi
Grayslake Middle School Grayslake 4.1 mi 6.4
Woodland Middle School Gurnee 3.8 mi 5.1
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake 4.3 mi 8.9
Warren Township High School Gurnee 4.0 mi 7.2
Woodview School Grayslake 4.5 mi 6.8
Woodland Intermediate Sch Gurnee 3.9 mi 6.6
Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach 4.0 mi 5.0
William L Thompson School Lake Villa 3.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,376

Median Home Value

$282,500

Median Rent

$1,645/mo

Population

34,708

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about B J Hooper Elem School

What grades does B J Hooper Elem School serve?

B J Hooper Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend B J Hooper Elem School?

B J Hooper Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at B J Hooper Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at B J Hooper Elem School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does B J Hooper Elem School rank in IL?

B J Hooper Elem School ranks #1,743 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is B J Hooper Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

B J Hooper Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 B J Hooper Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, B J Hooper Elem School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is B J Hooper Elem School a charter school?

No, B J Hooper Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is B J Hooper Elem School a Title I school?

No, B J Hooper Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B J Hooper Elem School?

44.0% of students at B J Hooper 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Lake Villa CCSD 41
District Enrollment
2,440
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,776
District Rank
#1 of 4

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