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#182 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Lake Zurich High School

High School · Lake Zurich CUSD 95

300 Church St, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Enrollment

1,802

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lake Zurich

#3 of 5

public schools

Illinois high schools

#23 of 703

In district

#5 of 8

Lake Zurich CUSD 95

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Lake Zurich High School

Lake Zurich High School is a public high school in Lake Zurich, IL, part of the Lake Zurich CUSD 95. The school serves approximately 1,802 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.3th percentile among IL schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 59% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $173,043, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Lake Zurich High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Lake Zurich High School, also known as LZHS or Lake Zurich Senior High School, is a public four-year high school located in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago 1 . The school is part of Community Unit School District 95, which includes five elementary schools and two middle schools 1 . Students primarily attend from Lake Zurich Middle School North and Lake Zurich Middle School South, though the high school also accepts students from local parochial schools such as St. Francis de Sales 1 . The attendance zone covers most of Lake Zurich and Hawthorn Woods, as well as portions of Kildeer, Deer Park, and North Barrington 1 . Additionally, students from unincorporated areas like Forest Lake and Echo Lake attend the school 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54%
Reading/ELA Proficiency60%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.5Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation39.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,905

Lake Zurich High School — Students at Lake Zurich High School score 57% 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 57.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.3%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2022
ELA
60%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Lake Zurich High School Compares

See how Lake Zurich High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
8.1/10
Above average
Environment
7.1/10
Above average

Location

300 Church St, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Zurich High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arnett C Lines Elem School (rated 9.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hough Street Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Zurich, see our Lake Zurich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
May Whitney Elem School Lake Zurich 0.4 mi 8.0
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Lake Zurich 0.6 mi 5.6
Sarah Adams Elementary School Lake Zurich 1.2 mi 9.0
Seth Paine Elem School Hawthorn Woods 1.1 mi 8.7
Lake Zurich Middle - N Campus Hawthorn Woods 1.6 mi 9.0
Spencer Loomis Elementary School Hawthorn Woods 1.6 mi 8.2
Isaac Fox Elementary School Lake Zurich 2.0 mi 8.4
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus Lake Zurich 2.0 mi 9.3
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF N. BARRINGTON North Barrington 1.8 mi
BRIGHT HORIZONS Deer Park 3.5 mi
North Barrington Elem School North Barrington 2.9 mi 6.1
ATONEMENT CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Barrington 4.0 mi
Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington 4.1 mi 9.6
Barrington Middle Sch Station Barrington 4.1 mi 6.4
Roslyn Road Elem School Barrington 3.9 mi 8.6
ST ANNE PARISH SCHOOL Barrington 4.2 mi 7.5
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove 3.8 mi 7.5
Woodlawn Middle School Long Grove 3.8 mi 6.2
Hough Street Elem School Barrington 4.5 mi 9.4
Fremont Intermediate School Mundelein 5.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,043

Median Home Value

$510,000

Median Rent

$1,817/mo

Population

44,100

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

89.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

42.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lake Zurich High School has a median household income of $173,043. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $510,000, with a median rent of $1,817/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 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
Hinsdale South High School Darien, IL 8.6
Hoffman Estates High School Hoffman Estates, IL 8.6
John Hersey High School Arlington Heights, IL 8.6
Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn, IL 8.5
Jones College Prep High School Chicago, IL 8.7
Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS Chicago, IL 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Zurich High School

What grades does Lake Zurich High School serve?

Lake Zurich High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lake Zurich High School?

Lake Zurich High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,802 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Zurich High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Zurich High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Zurich High School rank in IL?

Lake Zurich High School is ranked #182 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lake Zurich High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Zurich High 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 Lake Zurich High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake Zurich High School has 57.5% math proficiency and 59.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lake Zurich High School a charter school?

No, Lake Zurich High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Zurich High School a Title I school?

No, Lake Zurich High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,288/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,802
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
125
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Lake Zurich CUSD 95
District Enrollment
5,703
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,006
District Rank
#5 of 8

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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