Serving 753 students in grades 2-5, Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- 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 753 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#126 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
753 students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Oak Ridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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