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#446 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 12% in state

Martin Elementary School

Elementary School · Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158

10920 Reed Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#446 of 3,813

In Lake in the Hills

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Martin Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Lake in the Hills · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chesak Elementary School

6.6/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

District 158 Early Childhood Ctr

5.1/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Martin Elementary School

Martin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake in the Hills, IL, part of Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158. Martin Elementary School serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #446 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Martin Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,577
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Martin Elementary School — Students at Martin Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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
94%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Martin Elementary School Compares

See how Martin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in IL
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 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

10920 Reed Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leggee Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Huntley), with a very similar rating. Another option is West Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Crystal Lake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Woods Creek Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Crystal Lake), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake in the Hills, see our Lake in the Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Chesak Elementary School Lake In The Hills 0.2 mi 6.6
District 158 Early Childhood Ctr Lk In The Hls 0.2 mi 5.1
Marlowe Middle School Lake In The Hills 0.3 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Lake In The Hills 1.9 mi
Heineman Middle School Algonquin 2.5 mi 5.8
Conley Elementary School Algonquin 2.5 mi 7.6
Mackeben Elementary School Algonquin 2.7 mi 7.6
Glacier Ridge Elementary School Crystal Lake 2.6 mi 7.7
Woods Creek Elementary School Crystal Lake 2.8 mi 7.8
Huntley High School Huntley 3.2 mi 7.8
Leggee Elementary School Huntley 3.3 mi 7.9
West Elem School Crystal Lake 3.9 mi 7.9
Indian Prairie Elem School Crystal Lake 3.5 mi 6.3
Lincoln Prairie Elem School Lake In The Hills 3.5 mi 6.1
Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin 3.9 mi 8.0
Crystal Lake South High School Crystal Lake 4.0 mi 8.2
Gilberts Elem Sch Gilberts 4.9 mi 7.1
Lundahl Middle School Crystal Lake 4.5 mi 5.4
South Elem School Crystal Lake 4.5 mi 7.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALGONQUIN Algonquin 4.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,491

Median Home Value

$296,400

Median Rent

$1,634/mo

Population

28,853

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park, IL 8.2
Beaubien Elem School Chicago, IL 8.2
Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton, IL 8.2
Corron Elementary School South Elgin, IL 8.2
Hickory Grove Elementary School Dunlap, IL 8.2
Hoffman Elem School Glenview, IL 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martin Elementary School

What grades does Martin Elementary School serve?

Martin Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Martin Elementary School?

Martin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Martin Elementary 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 Martin Elementary School rank in IL?

Martin Elementary School ranks #446 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Martin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Martin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Martin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Martin Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Martin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Elementary School?

26.7% of students at Martin Elementary 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
McHenry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158
District Enrollment
8,519
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,577
District Rank
#1 of 9

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