Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Falls 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Falls Elementary School serves the eastern part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes in the zone, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Falls Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakewood Falls 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 Lakewood Falls Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1379 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
21%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Falls Elementary School is ranked #1379 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lakewood Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Falls Elementary School?
543 students attend Lakewood Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lakewood Falls Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Falls Elementary School?
Lakewood Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakewood Falls Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakewood Falls Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Falls Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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