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#3319 of 3,813 schools in IL

Lakewood Creek Elementary

Elementary School · CUSD 308

2301 Lakewood Crk, Montgomery, IL 60538

Enrollment

762

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,319 of 3,813

In Montgomery

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#18 of 21

CUSD 308

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Lakewood Creek Elementary

4.4/10

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

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5.5/10

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7.3/10

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About Lakewood Creek Elementary

Lakewood Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Montgomery, IL, part of CUSD 308. Lakewood Creek Elementary serves approximately 762 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,319 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lakewood Creek Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Lakewood Creek Elementary — Students at Lakewood Creek Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (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
79%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2022
ELA
26%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Lakewood Creek Elementary Compares

See how Lakewood Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
13th percentile in IL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2301 Lakewood Crk, Montgomery, IL 60538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakewood Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Grade School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grande Reserve Elem Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Yorkville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Kaneland McDole Elem School Montgomery 0.9 mi 5.5
Grande Reserve Elem Sch Yorkville 1.8 mi 7.3
Bristol Bay Elem Sch Yorkville 1.8 mi 7.0
Bristol Grade School Bristol 2.3 mi 7.9
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 2.3 mi 4.8
Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville 3.3 mi 6.8
Washington Middle School Aurora 3.5 mi 4.2
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora 3.6 mi 7.1
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 3.1 mi 4.3
West Aurora Learning Center/ELA Aurora 3.9 mi 4.7
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 3.3 mi 5.4
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora 4.0 mi 7.3
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora 4.0 mi 7.8
Oswego High School Oswego 3.6 mi 7.1
Hunt Club Elem Oswego 4.4 mi 5.5
Thompson Jr High School Oswego 3.5 mi 4.1
Freeman Elem School Aurora 4.0 mi 5.2
Kaneland John Shields Elem Sch Sugar Grove 4.1 mi 6.8
Old Post Elementary School Oswego 3.6 mi 5.3
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 4.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,064

Median Home Value

$253,900

Median Rent

$1,845/mo

Population

30,395

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

35.6

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M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet, IL 4.4
North Elem School Taylorville, IL 4.4
Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville, IL 4.4
ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs, IL 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakewood Creek Elementary

What grades does Lakewood Creek Elementary serve?

Lakewood Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lakewood Creek Elementary?

Lakewood Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 762 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Creek Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakewood Creek Elementary rank in IL?

Lakewood Creek Elementary ranks #3,319 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lakewood Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakewood Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Lakewood Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakewood Creek Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lakewood Creek Elementary a charter school?

No, Lakewood Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lakewood Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lakewood Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood Creek Elementary?

35.7% of students at Lakewood Creek Elementary 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

CUSD 308
District Enrollment
16,851
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,904
District Rank
#18 of 21

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