Serving 520 students in grades 5-8, Arbor Park 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arbor Park Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 5 square miles in Oak Forest, IL. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arbor Park Middle School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arbor Park 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 Arbor Park Middle 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1934 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbor Park Middle School's ranking?
Arbor Park Middle School is ranked #1934 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Arbor Park Middle School often compared to?
Arbor Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Junior High School, Century Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Arbor Park Middle School?
520 students attend Arbor Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Arbor Park Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arbor Park Middle School?
Arbor Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arbor Park Middle School offer ?
Arbor Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Arbor Park Middle School part of?
Arbor Park Middle School is part of Arbor Park SD 145 School District.
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