Below Average
#3280 of 3,813 schools in IL
Glenwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Waukegan CUSD 60
2500 Northmoor Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,280 of 3,813
In Waukegan
#17 of 23
public schools
In district
#16 of 22
Waukegan CUSD 60
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Glenwood Elementary School
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About Glenwood Elementary School
Glenwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waukegan, IL, part of Waukegan CUSD 60. Glenwood Elementary School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,280 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Glenwood Elementary 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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Glenwood Elementary School — Students at Glenwood Elementary School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 5.1/10.
How Glenwood Elementary School Compares
See how Glenwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2500 Northmoor Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenwood Elementary 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 MOST BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waukegan, see our Waukegan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clearview Elem School Waukegan | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Early Learning Center Waukegan | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Whittier Elem School Waukegan | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Edith M Smith Middle School Waukegan | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Hyde Park Elem School Waukegan | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Oakdale Elem School Waukegan | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Washington Elem School Waukegan | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| LIONS MATH AND SCIENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waukegan | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Miguel Juarez Middle School Waukegan | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Glen Flora Elem School Waukegan | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert E Abbott Middle School Waukegan | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Little Fort Elem School Waukegan | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukegan | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Waukegan High School Waukegan | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Spaulding Elementary School Gurnee | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| John R Lewis Middle School Waukegan | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| North Elem School Waukegan | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| MOST BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY Waukegan | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,330
Median Home Value
$164,800
Median Rent
$1,133/mo
Population
72,763
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcadia Elem School Olympia Fields, IL | 4.5 |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.5 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Darwin Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon, IL | 4.5 |
| Denkmann Elem School Rock Island, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenwood Elementary School
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School serve?
Glenwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenwood Elementary School rank in IL?
Glenwood Elementary School ranks #3,280 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Glenwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Glenwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glenwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Glenwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Glenwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenwood Elementary School?
74.3% of students at Glenwood Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (224) 303-2010
Resources & Links
District
Waukegan CUSD 60- District Enrollment
- 13,666
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,843
- District Rank
- #16 of 22
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