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Evelyn Alexander School

Elementary School · North Chicago SD 187

1210 Adams St, North Chicago, IL 60064

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,376 of 3,813

In North Chicago

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

North Chicago SD 187

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.6/10

Elementary School in North Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Evelyn Alexander School

Evelyn Alexander School is a public elementary school in North Chicago, IL, part of North Chicago SD 187. Evelyn Alexander School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Evelyn Alexander School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,376 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Evelyn Alexander School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Evelyn Alexander School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

58% of students at Evelyn Alexander 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,023
Chronic Absenteeism57.6%

Evelyn Alexander School — Students at Evelyn Alexander School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 21 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
62%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Evelyn Alexander School Compares

See how Evelyn Alexander School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in IL
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.6%

Location

1210 Adams St, North Chicago, IL 60064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evelyn Alexander School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Great Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEARN 10 Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOST BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Chicago, see our North Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Carman-Buckner Elem School Waukegan 0.8 mi 5.9
MENTA ACADEMY NORTH Waukegan 1.1 mi 5.9
North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago 0.9 mi 6.5
Lyon Magnet Elementary School Waukegan 0.9 mi 4.2
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan 1.2 mi 5.5
John R Lewis Middle School Waukegan 1.1 mi 5.7
Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago 1.2 mi 5.8
Waukegan High School Waukegan 1.5 mi 4.7
Robert E Abbott Middle School Waukegan 1.6 mi 3.2
A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago 1.4 mi 5.4
LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago 1.7 mi 8.1
Miguel Juarez Middle School Waukegan 1.8 mi 2.9
MOST BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY Waukegan 1.9 mi 7.7
Washington Elem School Waukegan 1.8 mi 3.1
Hyde Park Elem School Waukegan 2.0 mi 5.3
LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes 2.2 mi 9.0
LIONS MATH AND SCIENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waukegan 2.2 mi 6.8
North Elem School Waukegan 2.2 mi 3.0
Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago 1.8 mi 7.4
Edith M Smith Middle School Waukegan 2.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,256

Median Home Value

$139,900

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

15,047

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

29.6

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ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL 5.6
ALPHONSUS ACADEMY & CENTER FOR THE ARTS Chicago, IL 5.6
Black Hawk Elem School Springfield, IL 5.6
Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL 5.6
Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL 5.6
Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evelyn Alexander School

What grades does Evelyn Alexander School serve?

Evelyn Alexander School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Evelyn Alexander School?

Evelyn Alexander School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evelyn Alexander School?

The student-teacher ratio at Evelyn Alexander School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Evelyn Alexander School rank in IL?

Evelyn Alexander School ranks #2,376 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Evelyn Alexander School's MySchoolScout rating?

Evelyn Alexander 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 Evelyn Alexander School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Evelyn Alexander School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Evelyn Alexander School a charter school?

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

Is Evelyn Alexander School a Title I school?

No, Evelyn Alexander School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evelyn Alexander School?

98.8% of students at Evelyn Alexander 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.6%

District

North Chicago SD 187
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,023
District Rank
#6 of 8

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