MAY WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
May Whitney Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake Zurich CUSD 95 school district, located in Lake Zurich, IL with about 558 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, May Whitney Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
May Whitney Elementary School, located at 100 Church Street in Lake Zurich, Illinois, serves as a foundational institution within the Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment that fosters both academic growth and social-emotional development for its primary-grade students. By emphasizing core subjects alongside a commitment to character building, May Whitney aims to equip its young learners with the essential skills needed for their future academic journeys.
Beyond its traditional curriculum, May Whitney is recognized for its active school community and dedicated staff who prioritize student engagement. The school works closely with parents and local stakeholders to maintain a collaborative culture, offering various programs and initiatives that cater to diverse learning needs. With a strong commitment to cultivating a safe and inclusive learning space, the school remains a pillar of the Lake Zurich community, dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential in their early formative years.
For more information, contact May Whitney Elem School at (847) 438-2351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lake Zurich, IL 60047-1527
(847) 438-2351
MAY WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lake Zurich, IL with about 558 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lake Zurich CUSD 95
- Total Students:
- 558
- Teachers:
- 39.95
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 558 students
- White
- 68.8%
- Asian
- 14.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.1%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 43.0%
- Male
- 57.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.