Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fieldcrest Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fieldcrest Elementary School serves the northwest part of Oak Forest, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fieldcrest Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Fieldcrest Elementary School is to become a professional learning community that will empower ALL children with the life-long ability to acquire knowledge and opportunities to develop mutual respect, integrity, responsibility and self-disci
School Rankings
Fieldcrest Elementary 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 Fieldcrest Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
40%
16%
White
9%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fieldcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Fieldcrest Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fieldcrest Elementary School?
217 students attend Fieldcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fieldcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fieldcrest Elementary School?
Fieldcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fieldcrest Elementary School offer ?
Fieldcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fieldcrest Elementary School part of?
Fieldcrest Elementary School is part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144 School District.
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