Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, May Whitney 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 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: May Whitney Elementary School serves a central area in Lake Zurich, IL, covering approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
May Whitney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
May Whitney Elementary School's student population of 677 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
May Whitney 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 May Whitney Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#432 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is May Whitney Elementary School's ranking?
May Whitney Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are May Whitney Elementary School often compared to?
May Whitney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac Fox Elementary School, Indian Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend May Whitney Elementary School?
677 students attend May Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of May Whitney Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of May Whitney Elementary School?
May Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does May Whitney Elementary School offer ?
May Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is May Whitney Elementary School part of?
May Whitney Elementary School is part of Lake Zurich CUSD 95 School District.
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