Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Woods Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woods Creek Elementary School serves the southwest part of Crystal Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woods Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woods Creek Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woods Creek 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 Woods Creek Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#642 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Woods Creek Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woods Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Woods Creek Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woods Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Woods Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woods Creek Elementary School?
489 students attend Woods Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Woods Creek Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woods Creek Elementary School?
Woods Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woods Creek Elementary School offer ?
Woods Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Woods Creek Elementary School part of?
Woods Creek Elementary School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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