Serving 636 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak View Elementary School serves the northern part of Bolingbrook, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles to the nearest edge and up to 1 mile to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak View Elementary School's student population of 636 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oak View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak View 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
#1953 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak View Elementary School's ranking?
Oak View Elementary School is ranked #1953 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oak View Elementary School often compared to?
Oak View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak View Elementary School?
636 students attend Oak View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Oak View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak View Elementary School?
Oak View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak View Elementary School offer ?
Oak View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak View Elementary School part of?
Oak View Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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