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Crystal Lawns Elem School

Elementary School · Plainfield SD 202

2544 Crystal Dr, Joliet, IL 60435

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,479 of 3,813

In Joliet

#23 of 31

public schools

In district

#28 of 30

Plainfield SD 202

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Crystal Lawns Elem School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Joliet · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Crystal Lawns Elem School

Crystal Lawns Elem School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Crystal Lawns Elem School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Crystal Lawns Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,479 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Crystal Lawns Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,896
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Crystal Lawns Elem School — Students at Crystal Lawns Elem School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.1% (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
90%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
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: 3.2/10.

How Crystal Lawns Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

2544 Crystal Dr, Joliet, IL 60435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crystal Lawns Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Troy Craughwell School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River View Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Troy Cronin Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Grand Prairie Elem School Joliet 0.7 mi 3.5
TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill 1.8 mi
Richland Elem School Crest Hill 1.4 mi 6.9
JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Crest Hill 1.7 mi 7.0
Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet 2.1 mi 3.0
Troy Craughwell School Joliet 2.3 mi 7.8
Hufford Junior High School Joliet 2.3 mi 4.8
Timber Ridge Middle School Plainfield 2.0 mi 5.3
River View Elementary School Plainfield 2.1 mi 7.1
JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet 2.3 mi 5.4
Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet 2.8 mi 5.4
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet 2.7 mi
Taft Elementary School Joliet 2.7 mi 3.2
Bonnie McBeth Learning Ctr Plainfield 2.8 mi 5.5
Central Elem School Plainfield 2.8 mi 6.7
Joliet West High School Joliet 3.2 mi 6.7
Troy Cronin Elem School Shorewood 3.2 mi 7.1
ST MARY IMMACULATE PARISH SCHOOL Plainfield 3.1 mi 6.1
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary Romeoville 3.6 mi 5.6
LITTLE EXPLORERS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Romeoville 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,967

Median Home Value

$217,200

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

48,521

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
A O Marshall Elem School Joliet, IL 4.1
Apollo Elem School Aledo, IL 4.1
Barry Elem School Chicago, IL 4.1
Beethoven Elem School Chicago, IL 4.1
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline, IL 4.1
Bicentennial Elem School Coal Valley, IL 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crystal Lawns Elem School

What grades does Crystal Lawns Elem School serve?

Crystal Lawns Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Crystal Lawns Elem School?

Crystal Lawns Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crystal Lawns Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Crystal Lawns Elem School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crystal Lawns Elem School rank in IL?

Crystal Lawns Elem School ranks #3,479 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Crystal Lawns Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Crystal Lawns Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Crystal Lawns Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crystal Lawns Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Crystal Lawns Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Crystal Lawns Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

50.0% of students at Crystal Lawns 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Plainfield SD 202
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,896
District Rank
#28 of 30

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