Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Prairie Jr High School's attendance zone spans the entire school district in Homer Glen, IL, covering approximately 18.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Prairie Jr High School's student population of 460 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Prairie Jr High 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 Oak Prairie Jr High School is 0.38, 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
#996 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Oak Prairie Jr High School's ranking?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is ranked #996 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School?
460 students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oak Prairie Jr High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Prairie Jr High School?
Oak Prairie Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Prairie Jr High School offer ?
Oak Prairie Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Prairie Jr High School part of?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is part of Will County SD 92 School District.
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