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Taos, NM vs Grayslake, IL

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- Grayslake spends 61.3% more per student than Taos.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 12.3% higher in Grayslake than in Taos. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Grayslake had 12.1% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Taos
 Taos, NMGrayslake, ILUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$24,440$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$12,994  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$12,628$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio12.08  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock10054573
 Students per Counselor691  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock1.1%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.7.0%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock96.9%88.9%
 Some College Educ.24.7%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock6.7%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.31.7%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock18.8%9.3%
 Professional Degree4.4%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock2.6%1.5%
Reviews for Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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Reviews for Grayslake    3 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

Property tax is one of the highest in the nation a $220000 home will cost you $10980 in taxes annually as of 9/2014 This information can be verified on the  More

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Grayslake weather is very difficult to enjoy outdoor activities. In summer, it is SO humid and hot and full of mosquitos that you cannot enjoy a beautiful summer night.  More

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Over 15 years ago

3% of home value annually/ A $300,000 home will cost you 10K in annual property taxes. Where does it all  More

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