Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glacier Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Glacier Ridge Elementary School serves the southern part of Crystal Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile to the farthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glacier Ridge Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glacier Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier Ridge Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#970 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School is ranked #970 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glacier Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Prairie Elementary School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glacier Ridge Elementary School?
360 students attend Glacier Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Glacier Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Ridge Elementary School?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glacier Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glacier Ridge Elementary School part of?
Glacier Ridge Elementary School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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