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#184 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Lake Bluff Elem Sch

Elementary School · Lake Bluff ESD 65

350 W Washington Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#184 of 3,813

In Lake Bluff

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Lake Bluff ESD 65

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Bluff Elem Sch

8.9/10

Elementary School in Lake Bluff · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Forest Bluff School

6.2/10

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8.5/10

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About Lake Bluff Elem Sch

Lake Bluff Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Lake Bluff, IL, part of Lake Bluff ESD 65. Lake Bluff Elem Sch serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Bluff Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Bluff Elem Sch show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,610
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Lake Bluff Elem Sch — Students at Lake Bluff Elem Sch score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (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
97%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2022
ELA
66%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Lake Bluff Elem Sch Compares

See how Lake Bluff Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

350 W Washington Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Bluff Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Great Lakes), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rondout Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sheridan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake Bluff, see our Lake Bluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff 0.5 mi 6.2
Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff 0.9 mi 8.5
Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes 1.3 mi 3.9
SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff 1.3 mi 6.3
Lake Forest High School Lake Forest 1.6 mi 9.7
LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes 1.7 mi 9.0
Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest 1.7 mi 8.8
LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago 2.2 mi 8.1
Deer Path Middle Sch West Lake Forest 2.5 mi 8.4
Deer Path Middle Sch East Lake Forest 2.5 mi 8.2
SCHOOL OF ST MARY Lake Forest 2.5 mi 7.0
Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago 2.6 mi 7.4
Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago 2.8 mi 5.8
A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago 2.9 mi 5.4
North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago 3.1 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest 2.4 mi 6.4
Rondout Elem School Lake Forest 2.5 mi 9.0
LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest 3.1 mi 9.1
LAKE FOREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lake Forest 3.4 mi 7.7
WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest 3.6 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,546

Median Home Value

$568,500

Median Rent

$1,672/mo

Population

10,289

College Educated

66.5%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington, IL 8.9
Butterfield School Libertyville, IL 8.9
Coonley Elem School Chicago, IL 8.9
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove, IL 8.9
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL 8.9
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Bluff Elem Sch

What grades does Lake Bluff Elem Sch serve?

Lake Bluff Elem Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Bluff Elem Sch?

Lake Bluff Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Bluff Elem Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Bluff Elem Sch is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Bluff Elem Sch rank in IL?

Lake Bluff Elem Sch ranks #184 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lake Bluff Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Bluff Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Lake Bluff Elem Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Bluff Elem Sch has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lake Bluff Elem Sch a charter school?

No, Lake Bluff Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Bluff Elem Sch a Title I school?

No, Lake Bluff Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

Lake Bluff ESD 65
District Enrollment
881
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,610
District Rank
#1 of 2

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