Sarah Adams Elementary School

555 Old Mill Grove Rd
Lake Zurich, IL 60047

www.lz95.org/schools/sarah_adams_elementary/sarah_adams_elementary_school

404 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Sarah Adams Elementary School, located in Lake Zurich, Illinois, is a highly regarded educational institution serving students in grades K-5 as part of the Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95. Known for its strong academic foundation and welcoming community atmosphere, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that prioritizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The faculty and staff are dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests, think critically, and collaborate effectively with their peers.

Beyond its core curriculum, Sarah Adams is recognized for its commitment to inclusive practices and a well-rounded educational experience. The school offers a variety of enrichment opportunities and activities designed to engage students outside of the traditional classroom setting, helping them build confidence and character. With a focus on partnership between home and school, Sarah Adams maintains active engagement with its parent community, working together to ensure that every student has the resources and encouragement needed to thrive throughout their foundational elementary years.

404

Total Students

33.6

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sarah Adams Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	318
Hispanic	35
Black	11
Asian	20
Two or More	19
Pacific Islander	1

White
318 (78.7 %)
Hispanic
35 (8.7 %)
Asian
20 (5.0 %)
Two or More
19 (4.7 %)
Black
11 (2.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Lake Zurich CUSD 95
Phone:	(847)438-5986
Website:	http://www.lz95.org/schools/sarah_adams_elementary/sarah_adams_elementary_school
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	404
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 17

Kindergarten 56

Grade 1 73

Grade 2 64

Grade 3 63

Grade 4 64

Grade 5 67