Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Argenta-oreana Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Argenta-Oreana Elementary School serves the entire district of Oreana, IL, covering an area of approximately 86.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Argenta-oreana Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Argenta-oreana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argenta-oreana Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argenta-oreana Elementary School's ranking?
Argenta-oreana Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Argenta-oreana Elementary School often compared to?
Argenta-oreana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Zion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Argenta-oreana Elementary School?
445 students attend Argenta-oreana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Argenta-oreana Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argenta-oreana Elementary School?
Argenta-oreana Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Argenta-oreana Elementary School offer ?
Argenta-oreana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Argenta-oreana Elementary School part of?
Argenta-oreana Elementary School is part of Argenta-Oreana CUSD 1 School District.
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