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Clearview Elem School

Elementary School · Waukegan CUSD 60

1700 Delaware Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,788 of 3,813

In Waukegan

#12 of 23

public schools

In district

#11 of 22

Waukegan CUSD 60

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Clearview Elem School

5.2/10

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

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About Clearview Elem School

Clearview Elem School is a public elementary school in Waukegan, IL, part of Waukegan CUSD 60. Clearview Elem School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Clearview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,788 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Clearview Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Clearview 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 Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,843
Chronic Absenteeism36.7%

Clearview Elem School — Students at Clearview Elem School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.4% (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
79%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
8%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
14%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Clearview Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in IL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

Location

1700 Delaware Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clearview Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenwood Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waukegan, see our Waukegan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Learning Center Waukegan 0.1 mi 4.8
Glenwood Elementary School Waukegan 0.5 mi 4.5
Oakdale Elem School Waukegan 0.8 mi 4.8
Whittier Elem School Waukegan 0.9 mi 5.9
Edith M Smith Middle School Waukegan 1.0 mi 4.7
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan 0.9 mi 8.9
Little Fort Elem School Waukegan 1.1 mi 7.2
Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan 1.1 mi 3.3
Hyde Park Elem School Waukegan 1.4 mi 5.3
Glen Flora Elem School Waukegan 1.2 mi 5.9
LIONS MATH AND SCIENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waukegan 1.4 mi 6.8
ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukegan 1.3 mi 6.8
Miguel Juarez Middle School Waukegan 1.7 mi 2.9
H R McCall Elem School Waukegan 1.8 mi 6.3
Greenwood Elem School Waukegan 1.4 mi 6.9
Washington Elem School Waukegan 1.9 mi 3.1
John S Clark Elem School Waukegan 1.6 mi 6.7
Spaulding Elementary School Gurnee 1.5 mi 6.8
LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan 1.9 mi 8.3
Robert E Abbott Middle School Waukegan 1.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,162

Median Home Value

$185,800

Median Rent

$1,294/mo

Population

27,428

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Addams Elem School Chicago, IL 5.2
Bass Elem School Chicago, IL 5.2
Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL 5.2
Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake, IL 5.2
Centennial Elem School Plano, IL 5.2
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clearview Elem School

What grades does Clearview Elem School serve?

Clearview Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Clearview Elem School?

Clearview Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elem School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clearview Elem School rank in IL?

Clearview Elem School ranks #2,788 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Clearview Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clearview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Clearview Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clearview Elem School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clearview Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Clearview Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

76.6% of students at Clearview 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

District

Waukegan CUSD 60
District Enrollment
13,666
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,843
District Rank
#11 of 22

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