Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Otter Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otter Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Otter Creek Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Minute Matters.
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Otter Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otter Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1786 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
48%
28%
Black
12%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otter Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Otter Creek Elementary School is ranked #1786 out of 3,542 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Otter Creek Elementary School?
447 students attend Otter Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Otter Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Otter Creek Elementary School?
Otter Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Otter Creek Elementary School offer ?
Otter Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Otter Creek Elementary School part of?
Otter Creek Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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