Serving 504 students in grades 3-5, High Point Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: High Point Elementary School serves the northern part of Orland Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
High Point Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
High Point Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Point 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
#516 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Point Elementary School's ranking?
High Point Elementary School is ranked #516 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are High Point Elementary School often compared to?
High Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Ridge School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend High Point Elementary School?
504 students attend High Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of High Point Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Point Elementary School?
High Point Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does High Point Elementary School offer ?
High Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is High Point Elementary School part of?
High Point Elementary School is part of Orland SD 135 School District.
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