For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 463 students in Oak Brook, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 355 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in Oak Brook, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Oak Brook, IL are Brook Forest Elementary School and Butler Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oak Brook, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oak Brook, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brook Forest Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
60 Regent Dr
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 325-6888
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 325-6888
Grades: K-5
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Butler Junior High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2801 York Rd
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 573-2760
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 573-2760
Grades: 6-8
| 190 students
Rank: n/an/a
1450 Forest Gate Rd
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 990-4233
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 990-4233
Grades: PK
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oak Brook, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Oak Brook, IL include Brook Forest Elementary School and Butler Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Oak Brook?
3 public schools are located in Oak Brook.
What percentage of students in Oak Brook go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in Oak Brook are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oak Brook?
Oak Brook public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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