Below Average
#2971 of 3,813 schools in IL
Lakewood School
Elementary School · CUSD 300
1651 Ravine Ln, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,971 of 3,813
In Carpentersville
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#24 of 27
CUSD 300
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Lakewood School
Elementary School in Carpentersville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakewood School
Lakewood School is a public elementary school in Carpentersville, IL, part of CUSD 300. Lakewood School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,971 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Lakewood School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lakewood School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Lakewood School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lakewood School — Students at Lakewood School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Lakewood School Compares
See how Lakewood School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1651 Ravine Ln, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakewood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dundee Highlands Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby West Dundee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpentersville, see our Carpentersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Golfview Elem School Carpentersville | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Meadowdale Elem School Carpentersville | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Dundee | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunny Hill Elem School Carpentersville | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Perry Elementary School Carpentersville | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Dundee Highlands Elem School West Dundee | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| LUMEN ACADEMY West Dundee | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Dundee | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr Elgin | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Eastview Elem School Algonquin | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Algonquin Middle School Algonquin | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Coleman Elem School Elgin | 3.6 mi | 3.2 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| VALEO ACADEMY Hoffman Estates | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elem School Sleepy Hollow | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,714
Median Home Value
$224,300
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
39,028
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED SACRAMENT Springfield, IL | 4.9 |
| Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston, IL | 4.9 |
| Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Central Elem School Lewistown, IL | 4.9 |
| Corkery Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Drexel Elem School Cicero, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakewood School
What grades does Lakewood School serve?
Lakewood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakewood School?
Lakewood School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakewood School rank in IL?
Lakewood School ranks #2,971 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Lakewood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakewood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakewood School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lakewood School a charter school?
No, Lakewood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakewood School a Title I school?
No, Lakewood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood School?
77.9% of students at Lakewood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (224) 484-2600
Resources & Links
District
CUSD 300- District Enrollment
- 20,488
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,080
- District Rank
- #24 of 27
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