Serving 420 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 45-49% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Lakes Elementary School serves the west part of Carol Stream, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Heritage Lakes Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Maximize the academic, social, and emotional potential of each student.
School Rankings
Heritage Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 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
#707 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Lakes Elementary School is ranked #707 out of 3,542 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?
45-49% 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 Heritage Lakes Elementary School?
420 students attend Heritage Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Heritage Lakes Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% 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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