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#183 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Half Day School

Elementary School · Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103

239 Olde Half Day Rd, Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lincolnshire

#2 of 4

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#133 of 2,326

In district

#1 of 3

Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Half Day School

Half Day School is a public elementary school in Lincolnshire, IL, part of the Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103. The school serves approximately 613 students in grades 3rd – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.2th percentile among IL schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math and 68% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $157,366, where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,196

Half Day School — Students at Half Day School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2022
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Half Day School Compares

See how Half Day School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
7.8/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Location

239 Olde Half Day Rd, Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Half Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is Meridian School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Laura B Sprague School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lincolnshire, see our Lincolnshire schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Adlai E Stevenson High School Lincolnshire 0.5 mi 9.1
Meridian School Buffalo Grove 1.4 mi 8.1
Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove 1.8 mi 7.7
Daniel Wright Jr High School Lincolnshire 1.7 mi 8.1
Laura B Sprague School Lincolnshire 1.6 mi 8.0
Vernon Hills High School Vernon Hills 2.1 mi 8.5
Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove 1.9 mi 6.9
Tripp School Buffalo Grove 2.4 mi 7.9
RIVERWOODS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Riverwoods 2.1 mi
Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove 2.9 mi 7.1
YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove 2.3 mi 7.5
TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove 3.0 mi
Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove 2.4 mi 6.9
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove 3.0 mi 7.5
Hawthorn Elem School South Vernon Hills 3.2 mi 7.1
Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills 3.3 mi 8.7
ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 3.4 mi 6.6
Hawthorn Aspen Elem School Vernon Hills 3.2 mi 4.7
MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove 3.0 mi
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills 3.3 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,366

Median Home Value

$569,900

Median Rent

$2,682/mo

Population

8,728

College Educated

72%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

51.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Half Day School has a median household income of $157,366. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,900, with a median rent of $2,682/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, IL 8.6
Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange, IL 8.6
Roslyn Road Elem School Barrington, IL 8.6
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles, IL 8.7
Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines, IL 8.7
Carlinville Primary School Carlinville, IL 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Half Day School

What grades does Half Day School serve?

Half Day School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Half Day School?

Half Day School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Half Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Half Day 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 Half Day School rank in IL?

Half Day School is ranked #183 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Half Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Half Day School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Half Day School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Half Day School has 73.5% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Half Day School a charter school?

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

Is Half Day School a Title I school?

No, Half Day School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (962/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lincolnshire). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103
District Enrollment
1,895
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,806
District Rank
#1 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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