Serving 295 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (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 295 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
Diamond Lake School District 76: Three schools, one district preparing our children to be lifelong learners, engaged in their community and ready to navigate their world.
School Rankings
West Oak Middle 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 West Oak Middle School is 0.49, 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
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 West Oak Middle School's ranking?
West Oak Middle School is ranked #2407 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
295 students attend West Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Oak Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 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 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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