Serving 185 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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Crest Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Oakland, IL, covering approximately 89.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6 miles, with the furthest point being 9.5 miles away, making for a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Crest Elementary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.02, 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
#2555 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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?
185 students attend Lake Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lake Crest Elementary School students are White, 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 CUSD 5 School District.
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