Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Longfellow Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow Elementary School serves the southeast part of Oak Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance area being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#713 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Longfellow Elementary School often compared to?
Longfellow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
524 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Oak Park ESD 97 School District.
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