Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brook Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Brook Forest Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Oak Brook, IL, encompassing approximately 5.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brook Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brook Forest Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brook Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brook Forest Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#24 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
50%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
29%
45%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brook Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Brook Forest Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brook Forest Elementary School?
293 students attend Brook Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Brook Forest Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brook Forest Elementary School?
Brook Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brook Forest Elementary School offer ?
Brook Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brook Forest Elementary School part of?
Brook Forest Elementary School is part of Butler SD 53 School District.
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