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#2459 of 3,813 schools in IL
Cotton Creek School
Elementary School · Wauconda CUSD 118
545 Newport Ct, Island Lake, IL 60042
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,459 of 3,813
In Island Lake
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Wauconda CUSD 118
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Cotton Creek School
Elementary School in Island Lake · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cotton Creek School
Cotton Creek School is a public elementary school in Island Lake, IL, part of Wauconda CUSD 118. Cotton Creek School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cotton Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,459 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Cotton Creek School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cotton Creek School — Students at Cotton Creek School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Cotton Creek School Compares
See how Cotton Creek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
545 Newport Ct, Island Lake, IL 60042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cotton Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie Grove Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Crystal Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is DA VINCI WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Wauconda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Crown School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wauconda), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Island Lake, see our Island Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Matthews Middle School Island Lake | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Robert Crown School Wauconda | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Deer Path Elem School Cary | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Prairie Grove Elem School Crystal Lake | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Cary Jr High School Cary | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Prairie Grove Junior High School Crystal Lake | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Three Oaks School Cary | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Wauconda High School Wauconda | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| DA VINCI WALDORF SCHOOL Wauconda | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Wauconda Middle School Wauconda | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Wauconda Grade School Wauconda | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Cary-Grove Community High School Cary | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| TRINITY OAKS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cary | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wauconda | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Knoll Early Childhood Center Cary | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Cary | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| McHenry Middle School Mchenry | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fox River Grove Middle School Fox River Grove | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Hilltop Elem School Mchenry | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| WONDERLAND KIDS ACADEMY Fox River Grv | 5.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,613
Median Home Value
$244,000
Median Rent
$1,826/mo
Population
8,630
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
81.8%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
40
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| School | Rating |
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| ALPHONSUS ACADEMY & CENTER FOR THE ARTS Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Arland D Williams Jr Elem Sch Mattoon, IL | 5.6 |
| Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL | 5.6 |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy, IL | 5.6 |
| Crosby Elem Sch Harvard, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cotton Creek School
What grades does Cotton Creek School serve?
Cotton Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cotton Creek School?
Cotton Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cotton Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cotton Creek School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cotton Creek School rank in IL?
Cotton Creek School ranks #2,459 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cotton Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cotton Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Cotton Creek School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cotton Creek School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cotton Creek School a charter school?
No, Cotton Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cotton Creek School a Title I school?
No, Cotton Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cotton Creek School?
39.8% of students at Cotton Creek 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- McHenry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (847) 526-4700
Resources & Links
District
Wauconda CUSD 118- District Enrollment
- 4,280
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,309
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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