Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orrington 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Orrington Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Orrington 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 Orrington Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#137 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
16%
17%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Orrington Elementary School's ranking?
Orrington Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Orrington Elementary School often compared to?
Orrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Joseph Sears School, Oakton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Orrington Elementary School?
244 students attend Orrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Orrington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orrington Elementary School?
Orrington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orrington Elementary School offer ?
Orrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Orrington Elementary School part of?
Orrington Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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