Schools in Island Lake, Illinois (2025)
2 schools · 1,031 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 580.
Island Lake, in Illinois, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 1,031 students. By level there are 1 middle, 1 elementary; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Matthews Middle School (56.2, top 50% of middle schools nationally), followed by Cotton Creek School (50.1, top 50% of elementary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Cotton Creek School (580 students), Matthews Middle School (451 students).
Ranked schools in Island Lake
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Illinois.
- 156Matthews Middle SchoolIsland Lake · Public Middle27% Math proficiency · 451 students
- 250Cotton Creek SchoolIsland Lake · Public Elementary36% Math proficiency · 580 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthews Middle School Island Lake · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 56.2 Top 50% | 27% Math proficiency | 451 |
| 2 | Cotton Creek School Island Lake · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 50.1 Top 50% | 36% Math proficiency | 580 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Island Lake?
Matthews Middle School is the highest-ranked school in Island Lake with a Success Index (US) of 56.2 out of 100 (Top 50% of middle schools in United States).
How many schools are in Island Lake?
Island Lake has 2 schools (1 middle, 1 elementary) educating 1,031 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Island Lake?
The median Enrollment across schools in Island Lake is 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.