Serving 485 students in grades 2-5, Lions Park 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lions Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lions Park Elementary School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
485 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Lions Park 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 Lions Park Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#606 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%

Hispanic
11%
28%

Black
1%
16%

White
77%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lions Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lions Park Elementary School is ranked #606 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lions Park Elementary School often compared to?
Lions Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lions Park Elementary School?
485 students attend Lions Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lions Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lions Park Elementary School?
Lions Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lions Park Elementary School offer ?
Lions Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Lions Park Elementary School part of?
Lions Park Elementary School is part of Mount Prospect SD 57 School District.
School Reviews
2 9/8/2009
This school has declined quite a bit in quality over the past few years. It seems to need a stronger hand leading it. Programs are good, but exceptional kids on either end tend to be swept up in bureaucracy and not well nurtured academically. Gifted teacher is excellent.
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