Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Park East School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Park East School serves the southwest part of Round Lake, IL, within an attendance zone covering approximately 2.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park East School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park East School's student population of 312 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park East 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 Park East School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park East School's ranking?
Park East School is ranked #398 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Park East School?
312 students attend Park East School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Park East School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park East School?
Park East School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park East School offer ?
Park East School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Park East School part of?
Park East School is part of Grayslake CCSD 46 School District.
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