Serving 356 students in grades 5-8, Park West 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Park West School's student population of 356 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park West School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park West School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1180 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
28%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
18%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park West School's ranking?
Park West School is ranked #1180 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Park West School?
356 students attend Park West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Park West School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park West School?
Park West School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park West School offer ?
Park West School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Park West School part of?
Park West School is part of Grayslake CCSD 46 School District.
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