Serving 302 students in grades 6-8, West Oak Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Oak Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Oak Middle School's student population of 302 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Oak Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Oak Middle School is 0.49, 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
#2119 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
22%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Oak Middle School's ranking?
West Oak Middle School is ranked #2119 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Oak Middle School?
302 students attend West Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Oak Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Oak Middle School?
West Oak Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Oak Middle School offer ?
West Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Oak Middle School part of?
West Oak Middle School is part of Diamond Lake SD 76 School District.
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