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#1102 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 29% in state

Park West School

Middle School · Grayslake CCSD 46

400 W Townline Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,102 of 3,813

In Round Lake

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

Grayslake CCSD 46

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Park West School

7.2/10

Middle School in Round Lake · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Park East School

7.4/10

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6.0/10

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About Park West School

Park West School is a public middle school in Round Lake, IL, part of Grayslake CCSD 46. Park West School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Park West School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,102 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Park West School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,861
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Park West School — Students at Park West School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (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
88%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
37%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Park West School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
71th percentile in IL
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

400 W Townline Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park West School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fremont Jr High/Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Mundelein), with a comparable rating. Another option is Magee Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Big Hollow Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), a more accessible option. For more schools in Round Lake, see our Round Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Park East School Round Lake 0.0 mi 7.4
W J Murphy Elem School Round Lake Park 1.7 mi 6.0
Village Elementary School Round Lake 1.8 mi 4.7
Magee Middle School Round Lake 2.0 mi 5.7
Prairieview School Hainesville 1.7 mi 8.1
Grayslake Early Childhood Hainesville 1.7 mi 6.1
ST GILBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grayslake 1.8 mi 4.8
Round Lake Senior High School Round Lake 2.3 mi 5.5
Raymond Ellis Elem School Round Lake Beach 2.8 mi 7.0
Woodview School Grayslake 2.4 mi 6.8
Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach 3.1 mi 5.0
Fremont Elem School Mundelein 3.3 mi 7.1
WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grayslake 2.6 mi 7.3
Fremont Intermediate School Mundelein 3.4 mi 6.4
Fremont Jr High/Middle School Mundelein 3.4 mi 6.8
Grayslake Central High School Grayslake 2.8 mi 8.9
Meadowview School Grayslake 3.2 mi 8.5
Big Hollow Middle School Ingleside 2.9 mi 4.9
Big Hollow Elem School Ingleside 2.9 mi 5.8
Big Hollow Primary School Ingleside 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,457

Median Home Value

$215,200

Median Rent

$1,461/mo

Population

62,000

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

34.4

Similar Schools

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Central Middle School Burlington, IL 7.2
Genoa-Kingston Middle School Genoa, IL 7.2
St Joseph Middle School Saint Joseph, IL 7.2
Unity Middle School Mendon, IL 7.2
Channahon Junior High School Channahon, IL 7.3
Lakeview Jr High School Downers Grove, IL 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park West School

What grades does Park West School serve?

Park West School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Park West School?

Park West School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park West School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park West School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park West School rank in IL?

Park West School ranks #1,102 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Park West School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park West School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Park West School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park West School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Park West School a charter school?

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

Is Park West School a Title I school?

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

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

33.1% of students at Park West 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Grayslake CCSD 46
District Enrollment
3,667
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,861
District Rank
#4 of 9

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