Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Chase Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fox Chase Elementary School serves the northwest part of Oswego, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Chase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fox Chase Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fox Chase 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 Fox Chase Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1243 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fox Chase Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Chase Elementary School is ranked #1243 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fox Chase Elementary School?
661 students attend Fox Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fox Chase Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Chase Elementary School?
Fox Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Chase Elementary School offer ?
Fox Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fox Chase Elementary School part of?
Fox Chase Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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