Diamond Lake School serves 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Diamond Lake School's student population of 295 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Diamond Lake School is 0.52, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
64%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Diamond Lake School often compared to?
Diamond Lake Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Diamond Lake School?
295 students attend Diamond Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Diamond Lake School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diamond Lake School?
Diamond Lake School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diamond Lake School offer ?
Diamond Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Diamond Lake School part of?
Diamond Lake School is part of Diamond Lake SD 76 School District.
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