Needs Improvement
#3534 of 3,813 schools in IL
Forrestal Elem School
Elementary School · North Chicago SD 187
2833 E Washington Ave, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,534 of 3,813
In Great Lakes
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
North Chicago SD 187
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Forrestal Elem School
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About Forrestal Elem School
Forrestal Elem School is a public elementary school in Great Lakes, IL, part of North Chicago SD 187. Forrestal Elem School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrestal Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,534 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Forrestal Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Forrestal 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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Forrestal Elem School — Students at Forrestal Elem School score 5% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 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: 3.2/10.
How Forrestal Elem School Compares
See how Forrestal Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2833 E Washington Ave, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrestal Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Grove Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Libertyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rondout Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Lakes, see our Great Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Lyon Magnet Elementary School Waukegan | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Rondout Elem School Lake Forest | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lake Forest High School Lake Forest | 2.9 mi | 9.7 |
| John R Lewis Middle School Waukegan | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Oak Grove Elem School Libertyville | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Carman-Buckner Elem School Waukegan | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington Elem School Waukegan | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,557
Median Rent
$1,832/mo
Population
14,269
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
0.5%
Avg Commute
12 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
21
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham, IL | 3.9 |
| Bret Harte Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Erie Elem Charter School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Hanover Countryside Elem School Streamwood, IL | 3.9 |
| Harrison Elem School Wonder Lake, IL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrestal Elem School
What grades does Forrestal Elem School serve?
Forrestal Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Forrestal Elem School?
Forrestal Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrestal Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrestal Elem School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrestal Elem School rank in IL?
Forrestal Elem School ranks #3,534 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Forrestal Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrestal Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Forrestal Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrestal Elem School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Forrestal Elem School a charter school?
No, Forrestal Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrestal Elem School a Title I school?
No, Forrestal Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrestal Elem School?
99.7% of students at Forrestal 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.4%
- Phone
- (847) 689-6310
Resources & Links
District
North Chicago SD 187- District Enrollment
- 3,483
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,023
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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