Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Bluff Elementary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education, Enthusiasm for Life, Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Bluff Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#252 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Bluff Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lake Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Rondout Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lake Bluff Elementary School?
572 students attend Lake Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lake Bluff Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Bluff Elementary School?
Lake Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Lake Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Bluff Elementary School part of?
Lake Bluff Elementary School is part of Lake Bluff ESD 65 School District.
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