Viking School
Gurnee, IL 60031
Phone: (847) 336-2108
District: Gurnee School District 56
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 6,7,8 • 444 students
Viking School, a public school located in Gurnee, IL, serves grades 6-8 in the Gurnee School District 56.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Viking School is a public school located in Gurnee, IL. 444 students attend Viking School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
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| Test Scores | 3/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Illinois Assessment of Readiness data from Illinois State Board of Education, and using 2025 Illinois Science Assessment data from Illinois State Board of Education. |
| Student Growth | 2/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Illinois State Board of Education. |
Worrisome patterns of chronic student absenteeism have been identified.
Posted: March 7, 2025
I absolutely love this school it has great teacher and I would recommend it
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Special education team is great. My kids feel pretty safe at school. There could be less fights.
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Out of control kids, racism rampant, incompetent staff
Posted: September 19, 2020
IPAD curriculum with daily feedback from teacher, student, parent.
Posted: September 19, 2020
Fast track kids are noticed and placed in challenging environment. Teachers involved and supportive when communication lines are established.
Posted: September 19, 2020
These terms are cultivated at home first and foremost. The rules are in place and have not had issue with children's conduct.
Posted: September 19, 2020
Generally speaking school has an identity and faculty are approachable. Though when my dog jumped in the principals car that was a bit embarrassing.
Posted: September 19, 2020
Multiracial and diverse community. Have seen children of all abilities engaged in activities and sports: i.e. choir, band, cross country, track
Posted: September 19, 2020
Day one rules are established to student, teacher, faculty, transportation. Has never been an issue from personal experience.
Posted: September 19, 2020
Our family is second generation Viking Middle School attendees. The opportunities to learn and excel are abundant. Several options to fast track well developed students and assist challenged students. IPAD curriculum is a plus to learn while engaging technology. Also serves as a great tool to maximize communication. Ultimately all three of my personal stories here are of success which is not a guarantee in this transitional stage of a child becoming a young adult. Thank you Viking.
Posted: November 11, 2015
My daughter attended this school in 7th and 8th grade after attending several schools that didn't quite work for us. Their drama and fine arts afforded her experiences that she would have never had anywhere else. She was able to travel with her drama club to The Grand Ole Opry to perform in a theater festival. Additionally, she was placed in many advanced classes and completed freshmen algebra. She was well prepared for high school. Additionally, the communication from the superintendent and faculty are superior to any other we've experienced!
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Posted: August 4, 2015
Viking is a great school with incredible technology and opportunities for our kids. Every student gets an ipad to do their work and they take them home!
Posted: August 4, 2015
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This school has a program called TEAM Lead that helps students develop these characteristics. The children become strong leaders through this program.
Posted: May 20, 2015
Fantastic band program. Drama and sports are both excellent, as well. When I attended this school, our sports teams consistently beat Woodland's even though Viking is a much smaller school. I learned a lot and was well prepared for high school. As with any school, teachers can be a mixed bag ranging from dedicated and talented to somewhat dishonest, but overall I felt that I experienced some amazing teachers. My one complaint would be the handling of students who harass others. Some teachers and administration would step in and report it, effectively dealing with the harassment, but others seemed afraid of the students themselves and would turn a blind eye to what was going on. 2004-07
Posted: September 30, 2014
As a parent, I am so pleased with the opportunities available to my daughter at Viking. She attended 7th and 8th grade here. We have moved many times and have experience in many different schools; private and public. Viking simply exceeded all of our expectations. The teachers were supportive, encouraging, involved, and communicative. Their drama and musical programs are exceptional. I would recommend Viking with full confidence. My daughter received a great foundation during a critical period of adolescence.
Posted: September 17, 2013
My wife and I attribute a large part of the success of our three children to the school system. Viking was on the path of their education from 2001-2009. We currently know children of relatives and friends who are currently attending and they report very good experiences. So nothing has changed. As a general observation of the comment ratings here it is plainly obvious that there are very two kinds of people; the very satisfied and the disgruntled (one star ratings). Curious there is not real in-between. This reminds me of the two kinds of parents we met while our kids attended grade school; Parents who were always engaged in their child's education, and the parents who expected the school to do the parenting for them. I expect this is no different in surbana public schools. You get out of it what you put into it.
Posted: June 29, 2013
Too negative for words. This school is staffed by arrogant, incompetent teachers who are too lazy to keep children under control or enforce any educational standards. The administration was powerless to stop the chaotic mess of teacher disobedience and student misbehavior. The educational standards consisted of coloring between the lines and other such busywork. Children were rewarded with candy for basic compliance of flushing toilets and doing their homework. Money was spent in all the wrong places. Lots of technology, but no books. Poorly behaved students were rarely punished. Overall, a mismanaged school that lacks basic dignity for both teacher and student.
Posted: May 19, 2013
Words can not describe my contempt for this school and the district. It is truly disheartening how a school with so much wealth, resources, and opportunities could fail so much.
Posted: June 21, 2010
Overall this school is a quality school. There is temendous diversity (racial and socioeconomical) which aids social exposure but can bring problems as well. Overall, the smaller size (compaired to woodland) aids individual growth. There are many things for students to get involved in with sports, music, arts, clubs and intramurals. Since the school is smaller there is less competition so most kids that tryout or want to participate in an activity can. The band program is fantastic. Teachers are great for the most part. There are a good amount of absolutly wonderful teachers that every kid gets at least one while there. I am going into my senior year at warren and I can honestly say Viking kids are just as prepared for high school as woodland kids. Often times, Viking kids liked Viking better than Woodland kids liked Woodland because of the oppourtunities that were available.
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Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Woodlake Apartments | Apartment Complex | Gurnee | IL | 1.2 mi | |
| 2 | Reserve at Eagle Ridge | Apartment Complex | Waukegan | IL | 4.3 mi | |
| 3 | Forest City Nimitz | Neighborhood/Subdivision | North Chicago | IL | 4.8 mi | |
| 4 | Forrestal Military Community | Neighborhood/Subdivision | North Chicago | IL | 5.5 mi |
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| 1 | Waukegan | Waukegan | IL | 3.5 mi | |
| 2 | Libertyville | Libertyville | IL | 6.5 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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| Great Lakes Naval Station | 5.8 mi. |
| General Mitchell ANGB Milwaukee | 39.5 mi. |
| Coast Guard Chicago | 42.1 mi. |
| Coast Guard Milwaukee | 43.4 mi. |
