Best Oglesby Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 456 students in Oglesby, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 191 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in Oglesby, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Oglesby, IL are Washington Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oglesby, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in Oglesby have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Oglesby, IL (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
212 W Walnut St
Oglesby, IL 61348
(815) 883-3517
Grades: 6-8
| 137 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
755 Bennett Ave
Oglesby, IL 61348
(815) 883-9297
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Oglesby, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Oglesby, IL include Washington Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oglesby, IL?
2 public schools are located in Oglesby, IL.
What percentage of students in Oglesby, IL go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in Oglesby, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oglesby, IL?
Oglesby, IL public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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