Serving 407 students in grades 1-5, Kerkstra Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kerkstra Elementary School serves a central area within the Oak Forest, IL school district, covering approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerkstra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kerkstra Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kerkstra 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 Kerkstra Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#542 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerkstra Elementary School's ranking?
Kerkstra Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kerkstra Elementary School often compared to?
Kerkstra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Oaks Elementary School, Lee R Foster Elementary School, Walter F Fierke Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kerkstra Elementary School?
407 students attend Kerkstra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kerkstra Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kerkstra Elementary School?
Kerkstra Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kerkstra Elementary School offer ?
Kerkstra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Kerkstra Elementary School part of?
Kerkstra Elementary School is part of Forest Ridge SD 142 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of school for students - Half Day of student attendance 11:50 am dismissal
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
No School - Memorial Day - All schools closed
May 31, 2027 (Monday)
Holiday - Juneteenth - All schools closed
June 18, 2027 (Friday)
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