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Loves Park Elem School

Elementary School · Harlem UD 122

344 Grand Ave, Loves Park, IL 61111

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

1st – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,521 of 3,813

In Loves Park

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Harlem UD 122

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

Elementary School in Loves Park · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Loves Park Elem School

Loves Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Loves Park, IL, part of Harlem UD 122. Loves Park Elem School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Loves Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,521 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Loves Park Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Loves Park Elem 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

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-5.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,101
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Loves Park Elem School — Students at Loves Park Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (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
82%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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 Loves Park Elem School Compares

See how Loves Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in IL
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Location

344 Grand Ave, Loves Park, IL 61111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loves Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rockford), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loves Park, see our Loves Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park 0.6 mi 5.2
Harlem Middle School Loves Park 0.9 mi 6.0
Windsor Elem School Loves Park 1.0 mi 4.6
SPECTRUM SCHOOL Rockford 1.0 mi 5.4
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 1.4 mi 6.7
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 1.4 mi 6.7
ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford 1.3 mi 6.6
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford 1.4 mi 5.2
West View Elem School Rockford 1.3 mi 4.0
KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford 1.9 mi 8.5
Eisenhower Middle School Rockford 1.9 mi 3.6
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Machesney Park 2.0 mi 6.3
Maple Elem School Loves Park 1.9 mi 5.2
R K Welsh Elem School Rockford 1.9 mi 3.4
Marquette Elem School Machesney Park 2.3 mi 4.5
ROCKFORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL - JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Rockford 1.7 mi 4.9
C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford 2.3 mi 4.0
Montessori Elementary School Rockford 2.1 mi 4.2
Machesney Elem School Machesney Park 2.5 mi 5.5
Thurgood Marshall Elementary Rockford 2.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,391

Median Home Value

$143,700

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

22,838

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

36.7

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

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Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL 5.5
Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL 5.5
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL 5.5
CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loves Park Elem School

What grades does Loves Park Elem School serve?

Loves Park Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.

How many students attend Loves Park Elem School?

Loves Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loves Park Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Loves Park Elem School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Loves Park Elem School rank in IL?

Loves Park Elem School ranks #2,521 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Loves Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Loves Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Loves Park Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Loves Park Elem School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Loves Park Elem School a charter school?

No, Loves Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Loves Park Elem School a Title I school?

No, Loves Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loves Park Elem School?

79.9% of students at Loves Park 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

Harlem UD 122
District Enrollment
6,254
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,101
District Rank
#7 of 11

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