Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glacier Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Glacier Ridge Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glacier Ridge 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 Glacier Ridge Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#609 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
69%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glacier Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glacier Ridge Elementary School?
399 students attend Glacier Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glacier Ridge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier Ridge Elementary School?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glacier Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glacier Ridge Elementary School part of?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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