Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Spring Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Spring Lake Elementary School's student population of 59 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
59 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Spring Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Lake Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#762 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%

Black
n/a
16%

White
95%
45%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%

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 Spring Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Lake Elementary School is ranked #762 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Elementary School?
59 students attend Spring Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Spring Lake Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Lake Elementary School?
Spring Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Elementary School offer ?
Spring Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Spring Lake Elementary School part of?
Spring Lake Elementary School is part of Spring Lake CCSD 606 School District.
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