Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Crest 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Crest Elementary School's student population of 182 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a first-rate educational experience for all of our students.
School Rankings
Lake Crest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Crest Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2555 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Lake Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Crest Elementary School is ranked #2555 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lake Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loy Norrix High School, Grand Ledge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lake Crest Elementary School?
182 students attend Lake Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lake Crest Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Crest Elementary School?
Lake Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Crest Elementary School offer ?
Lake Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lake Crest Elementary School part of?
Lake Crest Elementary School is part of Oakland Community Unit School District 5.
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