Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Viking School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Viking School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gurnee, IL, covering approximately 14 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Viking School's student population of 461 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education that Inspires...Opportunities for All
School Rankings
Viking School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viking School is 0.69, 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
#2437 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viking School's ranking?
Viking School is ranked #2437 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Viking School often compared to?
Viking Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Trail School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Viking School?
461 students attend Viking School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Viking School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viking School?
Viking School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Viking School offer ?
Viking School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Viking School part of?
Viking School is part of Gurnee SD 56 School District.
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