Arbor Elementary School serves 232 students in grades 1-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Attendance Zone: Morton Gingerwood Elementary School's attendance zone is located in Oak Forest, IL, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. This zone spans the entire school district, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arbor Elementary School's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arbor Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panda
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Arbor Elementary School?
232 students attend Arbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Arbor Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arbor Elementary School?
Arbor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arbor Elementary School offer ?
Arbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Arbor Elementary School part of?
Arbor Elementary School is part of Arbor Park SD 145 School District.
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