Serving 533 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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 533 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Mascot
Woods Creek Cubs
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 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
96%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Woods Creek Cubs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
533 students attend Woods Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Woods Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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 Community Consolidated School District 47.
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