Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heritage Lakes 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage Lakes Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Lakes 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 Heritage Lakes Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#683 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 Heritage Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Lakes Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heritage Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy De Shane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Lakes Elementary School?
325 students attend Heritage Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Heritage Lakes Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Lakes Elementary School?
Heritage Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heritage Lakes Elementary School part of?
Heritage Lakes Elementary School is part of CCSD 93 School District.
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