Serving 2,560 students in grades 9-12, Lake Park High School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Park High School's student population of 2,560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 169 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
169 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Park High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#738 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)10%
5%
Hispanic
(21-22)21%
27%
Black
(21-22)5%
17%
White
(21-22)61%
47%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)3%
4%
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Park High School's ranking?
Lake Park High School is ranked #738 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Park High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Park High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Park High School?
2,560 students attend Lake Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lake Park High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Park High School?
Lake Park High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Park High School offer ?
Lake Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Park High School part of?
Lake Park High School is part of Lake Park CHSD 108 School District.
School Calendar
View the Lake Park High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break: Office Hours
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: Buildings Will Be Closed for the Holiday
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break: Buildings Will Be Closed for the Holiday
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break: Buildings Will Be Closed for the Holiday
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break: Buildings Will Be Closed for the Holiday
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
I graduated last year. Despite having a negligent counselor during my freshman/sophomore years at the school, I would say this is a great school. My counselor during my junior/senior years was a complete opposite of the one at east campus, she was very supportive and actually listened to my requests. The teachers I had were also very helpful and they were very focused on their teachings and on helping students.
5 2/28/2012
I transferred to Lake Park in the middle of my senior year. The teachers were very helpful with keeping me at the same pace as the rest of the students. They are also very focused on the quality of their teaching. I learned more in a semester than I did in three and a half years at my other school.
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