Serving 554 students in grades 3-5, Meadow Ridge 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Ridge School serves the southwest part of Orland Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residents living about 2 miles away from the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 3.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow Ridge School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow Ridge 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 Meadow Ridge School is 0.55, 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
#418 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Meadow Ridge School's ranking?
Meadow Ridge School is ranked #418 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Meadow Ridge School often compared to?
Meadow Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Point Elementary School, Liberty 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadow Ridge School?
554 students attend Meadow Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Meadow Ridge School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Ridge School?
Meadow Ridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadow Ridge School offer ?
Meadow Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Meadow Ridge School part of?
Meadow Ridge School is part of Orland SD 135 School District.
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