Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Prairie Jr High School's student population of 452 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Prairie Jr High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1022 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Prairie Jr High School's ranking?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is ranked #1022 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School?
452 students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oak Prairie Jr High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Prairie Jr High School?
Oak Prairie Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Prairie Jr High School offer ?
Oak Prairie Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Prairie Jr High School part of?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is part of Will County SD 92 School District.
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