Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Algonquin Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algonquin Lakes Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#647 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algonquin Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Algonquin Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Algonquin Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Algonquin Lakes Elementary School?
395 students attend Algonquin Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Algonquin Lakes Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Algonquin Lakes Elementary School?
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Algonquin Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Algonquin Lakes Elementary School part of?
Algonquin Lakes Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Presidents Day - Offices/Schools Closed
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (No Student Attendance)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (if No Emergency Days have been used)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Memorial Day - Offices/Schools Closed
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
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