Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Fort 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Little Fort Elementary School serves the northern part of Waukegan, IL, covering an area of approximately one square mile. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Fort Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
connect, support, achieve!
School Rankings
Little Fort 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 Little Fort Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1579 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
2%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Fort Elementary School's ranking?
Little Fort Elementary School is ranked #1579 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Little Fort Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Little Fort Elementary School?
421 students attend Little Fort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Little Fort Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Fort Elementary School?
Little Fort Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Fort Elementary School offer ?
Little Fort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Little Fort Elementary School part of?
Little Fort Elementary School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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