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West Oak Intermediate School

Elementary School · Diamond Lake SD 76

26156 N Acorn Ln, Mundelein, IL 60060

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,594 of 3,813

In Mundelein

#10 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Diamond Lake SD 76

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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West Oak Intermediate School

5.4/10

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

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5.4/10

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About West Oak Intermediate School

West Oak Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Mundelein, IL, part of Diamond Lake SD 76. West Oak Intermediate School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Oak Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,594 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for West Oak Intermediate School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, West Oak Intermediate School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,414
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

West Oak Intermediate School — Students at West Oak Intermediate School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (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
84%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
25%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How West Oak Intermediate School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

26156 N Acorn Ln, Mundelein, IL 60060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Oak Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Country Meadows Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Long Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorn Elem School North (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawthorn Elem School South (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mundelein, see our Mundelein schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
West Oak Middle School Mundelein 0.0 mi 5.4
Diamond Lake School Mundelein 0.7 mi 7.7
Washington Elem School Mundelein 1.2 mi 6.5
Carl Sandburg Middle School Mundelein 1.8 mi 5.7
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove 1.8 mi 8.9
Woodlawn Middle School Long Grove 1.9 mi 8.5
Mundelein Cons High School Mundelein 2.0 mi 7.9
Lincoln School Mundelein 2.2 mi 7.0
Lincoln Elem School Mundelein 2.2 mi 6.6
LIBERTYVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mundelein 2.0 mi
Mechanics Grove Elem School Mundelein 2.8 mi 4.9
THE GODDARD SCHOOL VERNON HILLS Vernon Hills 2.1 mi
Hawthorn Elem School North Vernon Hills 2.1 mi 8.8
Hawthorn Aspen Elem School Vernon Hills 2.2 mi 7.3
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills 2.2 mi 8.4
Hawthorn Elem School South Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 8.7
Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 8.6
Hawthorn Townline Elem Sch Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 8.3
Hawthorn Sch of Dual Language Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 7.4
Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills 2.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,463

Median Home Value

$299,200

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

37,146

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Oak Intermediate School

What grades does West Oak Intermediate School serve?

West Oak Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend West Oak Intermediate School?

West Oak Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Oak Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Oak Intermediate School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Oak Intermediate School rank in IL?

West Oak Intermediate School ranks #2,594 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is West Oak Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Oak Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 West Oak Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Oak Intermediate School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Oak Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is West Oak Intermediate School a Title I school?

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

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

65.6% of students at West Oak Intermediate 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Diamond Lake SD 76
District Enrollment
834
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,414
District Rank
#2 of 3

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