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Lake in the Hills Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 300

519 Willow St, Lk in the Hls, IL 60156

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,806 of 3,813

In Lk in the Hls

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#22 of 27

CUSD 300

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Lake in the Hills Elem School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Lk in the Hls · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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6.1/10

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About Lake in the Hills Elem School

Lake in the Hills Elem School is a public elementary school in Lk in the Hls, IL, part of CUSD 300. Lake in the Hills Elem School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake in the Hills Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,806 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lake in the Hills Elem School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,080
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Lake in the Hills Elem School — Students at Lake in the Hills Elem School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (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
90%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
21%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Lake in the Hills Elem School Compares

See how Lake in the Hills Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in IL
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

519 Willow St, Lk in the Hls, IL 60156

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake in the Hills Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth E Neubert Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lk in the Hls, see our Lk in the Hls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Kenneth E Neubert Elem School Algonquin 1.0 mi 7.8
Lincoln Prairie Elem School Lake In The Hills 1.5 mi 6.1
Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin 1.8 mi 8.0
Indian Prairie Elem School Crystal Lake 1.7 mi 6.3
Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake 2.3 mi 5.2
ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Algonquin 2.0 mi 3.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALGONQUIN Algonquin 2.2 mi
Coventry Elem School Crystal Lake 2.5 mi 6.1
Crystal Lake South High School Crystal Lake 2.3 mi 8.2
Westfield Community School Algonquin 2.6 mi 6.7
Algonquin Middle School Algonquin 2.4 mi 6.8
Eastview Elem School Algonquin 2.4 mi 8.6
Glacier Ridge Elementary School Crystal Lake 2.5 mi 7.7
Lundahl Middle School Crystal Lake 3.1 mi 5.4
Woods Creek Elementary School Crystal Lake 2.6 mi 7.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Crystal Lake 3.4 mi 4.1
South Elem School Crystal Lake 3.4 mi 7.0
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin 3.2 mi 8.2
Crystal Lake Central High School Crystal Lake 3.7 mi 7.7
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Crystal Lake 3.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,491

Median Home Value

$296,400

Median Rent

$1,634/mo

Population

28,853

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines, IL 5.1
Brookview Elem School Rockford, IL 5.1
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora, IL 5.1
Caseyville Elementary School Caseyville, IL 5.1
Clinton Elem School South Elgin, IL 5.1
Elmwood Elem School Elmwood, IL 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake in the Hills Elem School

What grades does Lake in the Hills Elem School serve?

Lake in the Hills Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lake in the Hills Elem School?

Lake in the Hills Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake in the Hills Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake in the Hills Elem 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 Lake in the Hills Elem School rank in IL?

Lake in the Hills Elem School ranks #2,806 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lake in the Hills Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake in the Hills Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 in the Hills Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake in the Hills Elem School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lake in the Hills Elem School a charter school?

No, Lake in the Hills Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake in the Hills Elem School a Title I school?

No, Lake in the Hills Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake in the Hills Elem School?

58.0% of students at Lake in the Hills Elem 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
McHenry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

CUSD 300
District Enrollment
20,488
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,080
District Rank
#22 of 27

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