Needs Improvement
#3652 of 3,813 schools in IL
Beulah Park Elem School
Elementary School · Zion ESD 6
1910 Gilboa Ave, Zion, IL 60099
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,652 of 3,813
In Zion
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Zion ESD 6
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Beulah Park Elem School
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About Beulah Park Elem School
Beulah Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Zion, IL, part of Zion ESD 6. Beulah Park Elem School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Beulah Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,652 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Beulah Park Elem School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Beulah Park 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
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Beulah Park Elem School — Students at Beulah Park Elem School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Beulah Park Elem School Compares
See how Beulah Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1910 Gilboa Ave, Zion, IL 60099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beulah Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Beach Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is John S Clark Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westfield School (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Winthrop Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Zion, see our Zion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lakeview School Zion | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| New Tech High - Zion-Benton East Zion | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| West Elementary School Zion | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Shiloh Park Middle School Zion | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Zion Central Middle School Zion | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Westfield School Winthrop Harbor | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| North Prairie Jr High Winthrop Harbor | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| East Elementary School Zion | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Beach Park Middle School Beach Park | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Oak Crest School Beach Park | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Howe Elementary School Beach Park | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| H R McCall Elem School Waukegan | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Prairie Trail School Wadsworth | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| John S Clark Elem School Waukegan | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,647
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
30,485
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elem School Harvey, IL | 3.6 |
| Capron Elem School Capron, IL | 3.6 |
| Central Elem School Rochelle, IL | 3.6 |
| Edison Elem School Danville, IL | 3.6 |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.6 |
| Fox Creek Elementary School Bloomington, IL | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beulah Park Elem School
What grades does Beulah Park Elem School serve?
Beulah Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Beulah Park Elem School?
Beulah Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beulah Park Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beulah Park Elem School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beulah Park Elem School rank in IL?
Beulah Park Elem School ranks #3,652 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Beulah Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beulah Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Beulah Park Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beulah Park Elem School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Beulah Park Elem School a charter school?
No, Beulah Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beulah Park Elem School a Title I school?
No, Beulah Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beulah Park Elem School?
73.5% of students at Beulah Park 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (847) 379-0005
Resources & Links
District
Zion ESD 6- District Enrollment
- 2,161
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,368
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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