Serving 412 students in grades 1-5, Round Lake Beach Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Round Lake Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Round Lake Beach Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Round Lake Beach Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Round Lake Beach Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#3216 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
11%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Round Lake Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Round Lake Beach Elementary School is ranked #3216 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Round Lake Beach Elementary School?
412 students attend Round Lake Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Round Lake Beach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Round Lake Beach Elementary School?
Round Lake Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Round Lake Beach Elementary School offer ?
Round Lake Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Round Lake Beach Elementary School part of?
Round Lake Beach Elementary School is part of Round Lake CUSD 116 School District.
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