Very Good
#1058 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 28% in state
Woodland Elementary
Elementary School · Woodland CCSD 50
17261 W Gages Lake Rd, Gages Lake, IL 60030
Enrollment
1,436
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
1,436
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,058 of 3,813
In Gages Lake
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Woodland CCSD 50
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Woodland Elementary
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About Woodland Elementary
Woodland Elementary is a public elementary school in Gages Lake, IL, part of Woodland CCSD 50. Woodland Elementary serves approximately 1,436 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,058 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Woodland Elementary 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
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Woodland Elementary — Students at Woodland Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Woodland Elementary Compares
See how Woodland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
17261 W Gages Lake Rd, Gages Lake, IL 60030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adler Park School (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Libertyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Butterfield School (rated 8.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Libertyville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Crossing Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gages Lake, see our Gages Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Primary School Gages Lake | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Warren Township High School Gurnee | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodland Middle School Gurnee | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| COUNTRY MEADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gurnee | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodland Intermediate Sch Gurnee | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL THIRD LAKE Third Lake | 1.8 mi | — |
| Prairie Crossing Charter School Grayslake | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CONNECTIONS DAY SCHOOL Libertyville | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Adler Park School Libertyville | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| GURNEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gurnee | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| POKO LOKO EARLY LEARNING CENTER Libertyville | 3.7 mi | — |
| River Trail School Gurnee | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Viking School Gurnee | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Frederick School Grayslake | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Butterfield School Libertyville | 4.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Grayslake Middle School Grayslake | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| A VILLAGE GREEN MONTESSORI Libertyville | 4.6 mi | — |
| Libertyville High School Libertyville | 4.6 mi | 9.6 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Libertyville | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Libertyville | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,920
Median Home Value
$276,800
Median Rent
$1,526/mo
Population
35,579
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodland Elementary
What grades does Woodland Elementary serve?
Woodland Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend Woodland Elementary?
Woodland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodland Elementary rank in IL?
Woodland Elementary ranks #1,058 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Woodland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Woodland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodland Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Elementary?
43.2% of students at Woodland Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 1,436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 118
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (847) 984-8800
Resources & Links
District
Woodland CCSD 50- District Enrollment
- 4,549
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,130
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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