Husmann Elementary School

Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Husmann Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 518 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Husmann Elementary School serves the southeast part of Crystal Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Husmann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Husmann Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Grow. Empower. Thrive.

School Rankings

Husmann Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Husmann Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1080 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
26%
27%
40-44%
30%
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
24%
0.41
(22-23)
18.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
86%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Husmann Elementary School's ranking?
Husmann Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Husmann Elementary School often compared to?
Husmann Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Husmann Elementary School?
518 students attend Husmann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Husmann Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Husmann Elementary School?
Husmann Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Husmann Elementary School offer ?
Husmann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Husmann Elementary School part of?
Husmann Elementary School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 518 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Husmann Elementary School serves the southeast part of Crystal Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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