Very Good
#89 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 12% of private schools
Lake Forest Country Day School
Elementary School
145 S GREEN BAY RD, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#89 of 716
In Lake Forest
#3 of 6
public schools
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Lake Forest Country Day School
Elementary School in Lake Forest · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Forest Country Day School
Lake Forest Country Day School is a private elementary school in Lake Forest, IL. Lake Forest Country Day School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Forest Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Lake Forest Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lake Forest Country Day 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
BetaHow Lake Forest Country Day School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Forest, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Forest Country Day School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Cherokee Elem School | 8.8 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch East | 8.2 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch West | 8.4 |
| Sheridan Elem School | 8.8 |
| Everett Elem School | 8.8 |
| Rondout Elem School | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
145 S GREEN BAY RD, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Forest Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bannockburn School (rated 9.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Bannockburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Bluff Elem Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Bluff), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherokee Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Forest, see our Lake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Cherokee Elem School Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch East Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch West Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Forest High School Lake Forest | 1.9 mi | 9.7 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY UPPER GRADE CENTER Lake Forest | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Wayne Thomas Elem School Highland Park | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Northwood Middle School Highland Park | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Everett Elem School Lake Forest | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Oak Terrace Elem School Highwood | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ARLYN DAY SCHOOL Highland Park | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Bannockburn School Bannockburn | 3.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Deerfield High School Deerfield | 3.6 mi | 9.6 |
| LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Highland Park High School Highland Park | 3.6 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$225,551
Median Home Value
$899,200
Median Rent
$2,321/mo
Population
20,957
College Educated
81.2%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albion Grade School Albion, IL | 7.7 |
| Anderson Elem School Saint Charles, IL | 7.7 |
| Bower Elem School Warrenville, IL | 7.7 |
| CHIARAVALLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Evanston, IL | 7.7 |
| Cantrall Elem School Cantrall, IL | 7.7 |
| Diamond Lake School Mundelein, IL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Forest Country Day School
What grades does Lake Forest Country Day School serve?
Lake Forest Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Forest Country Day School?
Lake Forest Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest Country Day School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lake Forest Country Day School rank in IL?
Lake Forest Country Day School ranks #89 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Lake Forest Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Forest Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake Forest Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Lake Forest Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Forest Country Day School a religious school?
No, Lake Forest Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 339
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (847) 615-6116
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