Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Oakland High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Oakland, IL, covering approximately 89.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakland High School's student population of 61 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a first-rate educational experience for all of our students
School Rankings
Oakland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland High School is 0.10, 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
#1177 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Oakland High School's ranking?
Oakland High School is ranked #1177 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oakland High School often compared to?
Oakland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Oakland High School?
61 students attend Oakland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Oakland High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland High School?
Oakland High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakland High School offer ?
Oakland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakland High School part of?
Oakland High School is part of Oakland CUSD 5 School District.
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