Burr Oak Academy serves 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burr Oak Academy's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Exemplifying Excellence Everyday.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burr Oak Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% IL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IL state average).
How many students attend Burr Oak Academy?
289 students attend Burr Oak Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Burr Oak Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr Oak Academy?
Burr Oak Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burr Oak Academy offer ?
Burr Oak Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Burr Oak Academy part of?
Burr Oak Academy is part of Calumet Public SD 132 School District.
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