Serving 3,383 students in grades 9-12, Oak Park & River Forest High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park & River Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Park & River Forest High School's student population of 3,383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 223 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
223 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Park & River Forest High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park & River Forest High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
19%
17%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park & River Forest High School's ranking?
Oak Park & River Forest High School is ranked #132 out of 3,663 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Park & River Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Park & River Forest High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oak Park & River Forest High School?
3,383 students attend Oak Park & River Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Oak Park & River Forest High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Park & River Forest High School?
Oak Park & River Forest High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Park & River Forest High School offer ?
Oak Park & River Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oak Park & River Forest High School part of?
Oak Park & River Forest High School is part of Oak Park - River Forest SD 200 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
I had a great time at OPRF and was very prepared for college. I took advantage of the show choir; orchestra; acapella choir, football, and track.
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