Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernway Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernway Park Elementary School serves the northwest part of Orland Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernway Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fernway Park Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
'Every Child. Every Day.'
School Rankings
Fernway Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernway Park Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#938 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
70%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernway Park Elementary School's ranking?
Fernway Park Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fernway Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fernway Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial School, Palos West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Fernway Park Elementary School?
461 students attend Fernway Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fernway Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernway Park Elementary School?
Fernway Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernway Park Elementary School offer ?
Fernway Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fernway Park Elementary School part of?
Fernway Park Elementary School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of First Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of First Trimester
November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of Second Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
January 15, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of Second Trimester
March 05, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of Third Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
March 19, 2027 (Friday)
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