Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School

522 BELVIDERE RD WAUKEGAN IL 60085

About Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School

Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School in Waukegan, Illinois, educates students in Kindergarten through 5th grade within the Waukegan CUSD #60 district. With a focus on creativity and academic engagement, the school offers a diverse curriculum including arts, science, physical education, computer applications, dance, drama, and music programs—vocal, strings, and instrumental—alongside support services like speech therapy, counseling, and on-site nursing.Serving approximately 370 students with a student–teacher ratio of about 12:1, Cooke is recognized for diversity and inclusive learning environments.Recent initiatives like the "Cougar Chronicle" newsletter, seasonal events such as Winter Wonderland, Fine Arts Night, and 4th/5th Grade Co-Ed Soccer Tryouts bring vibrant community engagement to school life.

Contact Information

Address

522 BELVIDERE RD WAUKEGAN IL 60085

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Phone

(224) 303-1700

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%
Reading 45%
State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 45% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
325
Total Students
$62186
Avg. Teacher Salary

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

122

of 205 in Illinois

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:03 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8.3%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 70.5%
Black 16%
Two+ Races 3.4%
Native Am. 1.5%
White
8.3%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
70.5%
Black
16%
Two+ Races
3.4%
Native Am.
1.5%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 325
46.2%
150 Female
53.8%
175 Male

Student Population

325 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Cougar Chronicle newsletter was issued on August 25, 2025, keeping families informed and connected. 4th/5th Grade Co-Ed Soccer Tryouts are currently being held—an active engagement opportunity for students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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