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#141 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 4% in state

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus

Elementary School · North Chicago SD 187

3131 Sheridan Rd, Great Lakes, IL 60088

Charter

Enrollment

503

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#141 of 3,813

In Great Lakes

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

North Chicago SD 187

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus

9.0/10

Elementary School in Great Lakes · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Learn 10 Charter School

8.1/10

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5.8/10

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About Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus is a public elementary school in Great Lakes, IL, part of North Chicago SD 187. Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,023
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus — Students at Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 21 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
36%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Compares

See how Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in IL
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

3131 Sheridan Rd, Great Lakes, IL 60088

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Bluff Elem Sch (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Bluff), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sheridan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEARN 10 Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby North Chicago), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Great Lakes, see our Great Lakes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago 0.9 mi 8.1
Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago 1.4 mi 5.8
Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes 1.2 mi 3.9
North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago 1.6 mi 6.5
Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff 1.7 mi 8.9
FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff 1.8 mi 6.2
A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago 1.7 mi 5.4
Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago 1.7 mi 7.4
Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff 2.1 mi 8.5
Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago 2.2 mi 5.6
Lyon Magnet Elementary School Waukegan 2.7 mi 4.2
Lake Forest High School Lake Forest 2.9 mi 9.7
Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest 2.9 mi 8.8
Carman-Buckner Elem School Waukegan 2.9 mi 5.9
SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff 2.4 mi 6.3
John R Lewis Middle School Waukegan 2.9 mi 5.7
MENTA ACADEMY NORTH Waukegan 3.2 mi 5.9
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan 3.4 mi 5.5
Waukegan High School Waukegan 3.6 mi 4.7
Robert E Abbott Middle School Waukegan 3.7 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,557

Median Rent

$1,832/mo

Population

14,269

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

0.5%

Avg Commute

12 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

21

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Maplebrook Elem School Naperville, IL 9.0
Milford Grade School West Campus Milford, IL 9.0
Thomas Dooley Elem School Schaumburg, IL 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus

What grades does Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus serve?

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus?

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus rank in IL?

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus ranks #141 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus a charter school?

Yes, Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus a Title I school?

No, Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus?

66.0% of students at Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

North Chicago SD 187
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,023
District Rank
#1 of 8

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