Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Red Oak Elementary 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Oak Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Oak Elementary 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 Red Oak Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
50%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
37%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
23%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Red Oak Elementary School is ranked #862 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Red Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Red Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Elementary School?
212 students attend Red Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Red Oak Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Oak Elementary School?
Red Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak Elementary School offer ?
Red Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Red Oak Elementary School part of?
Red Oak Elementary School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.
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