Serving 703 students in grades 2-5, Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Ridge Elementary School's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#251 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School?
703 students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oak Ridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Ridge Elementary School?
Oak Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Oak Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Oak Ridge Elementary School part of?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is part of North Palos SD 117 School District.
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