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#32 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 4% of private schools

Lake County Baptist School

School

1550 W YORK HOUSE RD, Waukegan, IL 60087

Private

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#32 of 716

In Waukegan

#1 of 5

public schools

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Lake County Baptist School

8.3/10

School in Waukegan · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Little Fort Elem School

7.2/10

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6.3/10

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About Lake County Baptist School

Lake County Baptist School is a private school in Waukegan, IL. Lake County Baptist School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake County Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.1 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 136 students, Lake County Baptist School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Lake County Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lake County Baptist School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Lake County Baptist School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Waukegan, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
136
This School
vs
615
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 34.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 30.1% vs 0%
White 16.9% vs 0%
Asian 8.1% vs 0%
Lake County Baptist School Waukegan Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lake County Baptist School (this school) 8.3
H R McCall Elem School 6.3
Little Fort Elem School 7.2
John S Clark Elem School 6.7
Jack Benny Middle School 3.3
Oakdale Elem School 4.8
Greenwood Elem School 6.9
Early Learning Center 4.8
Clearview Elem School 5.2
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr 8.9
Glen Flora Elem School 5.9
Glenwood Elementary School 4.5
Edith M Smith Middle School 4.7
Whittier Elem School 5.9
North Elem School 3.0
Hyde Park Elem School 5.3
Miguel Juarez Middle School 2.9
Robert E Abbott Middle School 3.2
Waukegan High School 4.7
Washington Elem School 3.1
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School 5.5

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Waukegan

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 136
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 34.6%
Hispanic 30.1%
White 16.9%
Two or More 10.3%
Asian 8.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1550 W YORK HOUSE RD, Waukegan, IL 60087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake County Baptist School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Beach Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waukegan, see our Waukegan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Little Fort Elem School Waukegan 0.9 mi 7.2
Oak Crest School Beach Park 0.8 mi 6.3
H R McCall Elem School Waukegan 0.7 mi 6.3
Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan 1.1 mi 3.3
John S Clark Elem School Waukegan 1.0 mi 6.7
Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park 1.3 mi 3.1
Howe Elementary School Beach Park 1.2 mi 3.5
OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park 1.4 mi 8.4
Oakdale Elem School Waukegan 1.4 mi 4.8
Greenwood Elem School Waukegan 1.8 mi 6.9
Clearview Elem School Waukegan 1.9 mi 5.2
Early Learning Center Waukegan 1.9 mi 4.8
Elmwood Elem School Zion 2.1 mi 4.7
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan 2.2 mi 8.9
ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukegan 2.4 mi 6.8
Glen Flora Elem School Waukegan 2.5 mi 5.9
Glenwood Elementary School Waukegan 2.5 mi 4.5
Edith M Smith Middle School Waukegan 2.6 mi 4.7
Whittier Elem School Waukegan 2.6 mi 5.9
Shiloh Park Middle School Zion 2.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,162

Median Home Value

$185,800

Median Rent

$1,294/mo

Population

27,428

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

35.2

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GOVERNOR FRENCH ACADEMY Belleville, IL 8.3
VINE ACADEMY Burr Ridge, IL 8.4
GIANT STEPS ILLINOIS Lisle, IL 8.2
DAARUL ULOOM ISLAMIC SCHOOL Peoria, IL 8.5
KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford, IL 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake County Baptist School

What grades does Lake County Baptist School serve?

Lake County Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lake County Baptist School?

Lake County Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake County Baptist School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake County Baptist School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lake County Baptist School rank in IL?

Lake County Baptist School ranks #32 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Lake County Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake County Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lake County Baptist School a private school?

Yes, Lake County Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lake County Baptist School a religious school?

Lake County Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
136
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County

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