Serving 1,361 students in grades 9-12, Oak Forest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Forest High School's student population of 1,361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Forest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Forest High School is 0.65, 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
#1514 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Forest High School's ranking?
Oak Forest High School is ranked #1514 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Forest High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oak Forest High School?
1,361 students attend Oak Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Oak Forest High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Forest High School?
Oak Forest High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Forest High School offer ?
Oak Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oak Forest High School part of?
Oak Forest High School is part of Bremen CHSD 228 School District.
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